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Gliders ready for Operation Market Garden Second World War

Gliders ready for Operation Market Garden Second World War


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Gliders ready for Operation Market Garden Second World War

Photograph showing gliders and men of the Allied Airborne Army, on an airfield somewhere in Britain, September 1944. On 17th September 1944 Operation Market Garden was put into action; a bold plan devised by Field-Marshal Montgomery to drop thousands of airborne troops into Holland to capture an invasion route into Germany. The British First Airborne, American 81st and 101st Divisions took part in the plan, which was ultimately unsuccessful

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101st 1944 81st Action Air Field Airborne Allied Bold Capture Devised Divisions Drop Gliders Holland Invasion Marshal Montgomery Operation Plan Ready Route Thousands Ultimately Unsuccessful


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This powerful photograph captures a pivotal moment in history during the Second World War, as gliders and men of the Allied Airborne Army prepare for Operation Market Garden in September 1944. The airfield somewhere in Britain serves as a backdrop to the brave soldiers who were about to embark on a daring mission devised by Field-Marshal Montgomery. On 17th September 1944, Operation Market Garden was put into action with the goal of dropping thousands of airborne troops into Holland to capture an invasion route into Germany. The British First Airborne, American 81st and 101st Divisions all played crucial roles in this bold plan that ultimately proved unsuccessful. The image is filled with tension and anticipation as these men stand ready for their mission, knowing the risks they face but determined to carry out their duty. Their courage and sacrifice are evident in every detail captured by this historical photograph. As we look back at this momentous event through this print from Mary Evans Prints Online, we are reminded of the import of these actions and the impact they had on shaping our world today. It serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by those who fought bravely during one of the most challenging times in human history.

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