Royal Winnipeg Rifles Memorial Plaque Creully

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Royal Winnipeg Rifles Memorial Plaque Creully

The Little Black Devils landed on Juno Beach on D Day as part of 3rd Canadian Division. They suffered heavy casualties during the landings. This plaque is in the car park. There is a fine memorial in Courselles

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This poignant memorial plaque, dedicated to the Royal Winnipeg Rifles, is located in the car park of Creully, a small village in Normandy, France. The Royal Winnipeg Rifles, affectionately known as "The Little Black Devils," were a part of the 3rd Canadian Division that made their way to Juno Beach on D-Day, June 6, 1944. The landing was a crucial part of the larger invasion of Normandy during World War II. The Royal Winnipeg Rifles suffered heavy casualties during the landings, with many lives lost in the name of freedom and democracy. This memorial serves as a reminder of their bravery and sacrifice. The village of Creully holds a fine memorial in Courselles, but this plaque in the car park is a significant and visible tribute to the soldiers who gave their lives during the D-Day invasion. The Royal Winnipeg Rifles, formed in 1874, have a rich history in Canadian military service. Their participation in the D-Day landings is just one of many notable moments in the regiment's storied past. This memorial plaque in Creully is a testament to their courage and the sacrifices made by Canadian soldiers during World War II.

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