Normandy Collection (page 2)

Douglas Dakota picking up a glider, Normandy; Second World W
Illustration showing a Douglas Dakota, C-47 Skytrain, swooping down with a hook trailing to pick up a Waco glider, Normandy, France, 1944

Barfleur, Basse Normandie (Normandy), France, Europe

Honfleur, Basse Normandie (Normandy), France, Europe

Harbour, Honfleur, Basse Normandie (Normandy), France, Europe

Statue of Jesus Christ, Calvary, near Honfleur, Cotes de Grace, Normandy, France, Europe

Crowds point to Halleys Comet, February 1066, Bayeux Tapestry, Normandy, France, Europe

Harold steers ship across channel, a scene from the Bayeux Tapestry, Bayeux, Normandy, France, Europe

King Harold arriving from North to confront William, Bayeux Tapestry, Normandy, France, Europe

Waterlily pond and bridge in Monets garden, Giverny, Haute Normandie (Normandy), France, Europe

Garden, Monets house, Giverny, Haute Normandie (Normandy), France, Europe

Americans Omaha Beach
American troops landing on Omaha beach, Normandy, France, as part of the Allied D-Day landings

Calvados Distilling
A local yokel sits beside Calvados distillation equipment on a Normandy farm

D-Day - Assault of American troops
US Assault troops wading ashore. D-Day began on June 6th, 1944 at 6:30am and was conducted in two assault phases - the air assault landing of allied troops followed by an amphibious assault by

Cider bar sign, Beuvron en Auge, Auge, Normandy, France, Europe

Village sign, Camembert, Normandy, France, Europe

Omaha Beach, Basse Normandie (Normandy), France, Europe

Mont Saint-Michel (Mont St. Michel) at sunset, La Manche region, Normandy, France, Europe

Reflections of houses and boats in the old harbour at Honfleur, Basse Normandie, France, Europe

William the Conqueror
King of England William I, the Conqueror, carrying a sword. Hand-colored engraving of a portrait

The Treaty of Saint Clair-sur-Epte between Charles III The Simple (879-929
741250 The Treaty of Saint Clair-sur-Epte between Charles III The Simple (879-929) King of France (898-923) and Rollo the Viking in 911 (litho) by French School

Shingle beach and chalk cliffs along the North Sea coast at Yport, Normandy, France, June 2018

White Water Lilies, 1899. Artist: Claude Monet
White Water Lilies, 1899. Found in the collection of the State A Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow

Tulips at Claude Monet house and gardens, Giverny, France

William Longsword or Longspear. Duke of Normandy. 933-942. Statue

Admiral Lord Louis Mountbatten and General Montgomery, Franc
Photograph showing Admiral Lord Louis Mountbatten (1900-1979), then Commander-in-Chief of the South-East Asia Command, talking with General Montgomery (1887-1976) in Normandy, France, 1944

Normandy Duke Rollo
ROLLO, DUKE OF NORMANDY Norse invader of France who, preferring the climate to that of the North, establishes himself in France

Colourful water-smoothed pebbles on shingle beach. Normandy, France, October 2010

Major Metcalfe, Mrs F. Cripps, and Lady Alexandra Metcalfe
Edward Dudley Metcalfe, MVO, MC, (16 January 1887 18 November 1957), known as Fruity Metcalfe, officer in the British Indian Army, a close friend and equerry of Edward VIII

Weeping willow and waterlilies, Monets Garden, Giverny, Normandy, France, Europe

William of Normandy lands on the English coast
William of Normandy and his invasion force land at Pevensey Bay, Sussex Date: 28 September 1066

Water garden and bridge, Monets garden, Giverny, Haute Normandie (Normandy), France, Europe

Lighthouse Gatteville-le-Phare, Manche, Normandy, France

Mont Saint-Michel (Mont-St. Michel) at dusk, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Normandy, France, Europe

Hermanville War Cemetery France
Two small children walk hand in hand past the gravestones of Hermanville War Cemetery, Normandy, France. First published The Sunday Times Date: 1988

American Paratrooper near St. Mere Eglise; Second World War
Photograph showing an American paratrooper taking a brief rest on the roadside at St. Mere Eglise, Normandy. This town was captured by airborne American troops soon after they landed on D-Day

Illustration of Rollo and map of Normandy

The white cliffs of Etretat, France
Etretat is best known for its cliffs, including three natural arches and the pointed needle

Mont St. Michel, Manche, Normandy, France

Cliffs near Fecamp, 1881 (oil on canvas)
987407 Cliffs near Fecamp, 1881 (oil on canvas) by Monet, Claude (1840-1926); 61x79 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Cliffs near Fecamp; Falaise pres de Fecamp. Claude Monet (1840-1926)

Landscape in Normandy: apple trees. Painting by Jean Baptiste Armand Guillaumin
JLJ4663469 Landscape in Normandy: apple trees. Painting by Jean Baptiste Armand Guillaumin (1841-1927), circa 1887, oil on canvas. Dim 0, 60 x 1m

Trouville Beach. Painting by Claude Monet (1840-1926), 1870. Oil on canvas. Dim: 0. 51 x 0
JLJ4675061 Trouville Beach. Painting by Claude Monet (1840-1926), 1870. Oil on canvas. Dim: 0.51 x 0.63m. Hartford, Wadsworth Atheneum - The Beach at Trouville

Cider pressing
Tower to crush the apples and old cider press in Normandy in northern France. Date: circa 1870s

Bayeux, Normandy, France - 14th century wooden house (Maison de Bois) on La Rue des Cuisiniers. Date: circa 1910s

Hawker Typhoon Ib with Spitfire IXb passing in Normandy

Bird s-eye view of landing craft, barrage balloons, and allied troops landing in Normandy
XOS869953 Bird s-eye view of landing craft, barrage balloons, and allied troops landing in Normandy, France on D-Day, 6th June, 1944 (gelatin silver print) by American Photographer

BATTLE OF NORMANDY, 1429. Scottish knights (at right) fighting the English at the Battle of Normandy, 1429

Excursions in Normandy and Brittany

Bayeux Tapestry 1067: William of Normandy (William I, the Conqueror) at Battle of Hastings, 14 October 1066, raises his helmet to show his followers that he is still alive

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Normandy, a region steeped in history and beauty. From the D-Day map of 1944 to the courageous British and Canadian troops landing on Juno Beach, this land holds tales of bravery and sacrifice. The echoes of King Harold's foot soldiers with their spears and battle axes resonate through time, immortalized in the iconic Bayeux Tapestry. D-Day brought forth a pivotal moment as Allied forces landed on Omaha Beach, marking the beginning of liberation for France. Supplies poured ashore, symbolizing hope amidst chaos. The Bayeux Tapestry stands tall as a testament to Normandy's rich heritage, reminding us of its significance not only within France but also Europe. Beyond war narratives lies an enchanting side to Normandy - Claude Monet's Japanese bridge and lily pond captivate visitors with their ethereal beauty. These serene scenes transport us into Impressionist masterpieces that have stood the test of time. The Normandy Landings themselves hold a prominent place in World War II history; June 6th, 1944 forever etched into our collective memory. It was here that heroes emerged from adversity, shaping the course of humanity. In contrast to wartime struggles is Fête Day in a Cider Orchard – an idyllic celebration where locals revel in joyous festivities surrounded by nature's bounty. This glimpse into Norman culture reminds us that life goes on even amidst turmoil. Le Bec Hellouin presents an icon depicting Jesus’s Transfiguration - a spiritual connection rooted deep within Normandy’s soulful landscapes. It serves as a reminder that faith endures despite trials faced throughout history. And who can forget Gabrielle Coco Chanel? This visionary French fashion designer found inspiration along Etretat beach in early 20th century Normandy while gazing at Falaise d'Amont cliffs behind her – proof that creativity knows no bounds when immersed in such breathtaking surroundings.