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PLUTO Memorial Port en Bessin Normandy
PLUTO - Pipe Line Under The Ocean was an ingenious method of supplying the Allied Forces with fuel from a main base at Southampton. The idea is said to have been that of Lord Louis Mountbatten. Work began in 1942
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Allied Bessin Forces Fuel Idea Ingenious Main Method Normandy Pipe Pluto Southampton Supplying Under Base
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This evocative photograph captures the essence of the PLUTO (Pipe Line Under The Ocean) project, a groundbreaking engineering feat during World War II. The image, taken at the PLUTO Memorial in Port-en-Bessin, Normandy, commemorates the ingenious method devised by Lord Louis Mountbatten and his team to supply the Allied Forces with essential fuel from a main base at Southampton. The PLUTO project was initiated in 1942 as an innovative solution to the logistical challenge of providing fuel to the troops in the field, particularly in the face of the U-boat threat to supply ships. The pipeline system involved laying a submerged pipeline across the English Channel, connecting the UK mainland to Normandy. This engineering marvel allowed for the continuous delivery of fuel directly to the front lines, reducing the need for risky supply convoys. The photograph shows the remnants of the pipeline, now a testament to the ingenuity and resourcefulness of those involved in its creation. The memorial at Port-en-Bessin stands as a poignant reminder of the vital role this project played in the success of the Allied forces during the war. The PLUTO Memorial is a significant historical site, offering a glimpse into the remarkable engineering achievements that shaped the course of history.
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