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Operation Market Garden fought in the Netherlands from 17th to 25th September 1944
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Operation Market Garden fought in the Netherlands from 17th to 25th September 1944
Operation Market Garden fought in the Netherlands from 17th to 25th September 1944.
The airborne part of the operation was undertaken by the First Allied Airborne Army.
The objective was to create a salient into German territory with a bridgehead over the River Rhine, creating an Allied invasion route into northern Germany.
Picture shows: Parachutes open overhead as waves of paratroops of the 1st Allied Airborne Army land in Arnhem, Holland as succeeding waves of C-47s and Dakotas overhead unload more troops.
September 1944
Official
Reach PLC
Mirrorpix
Arnhem
Netherlands
BW Print Reach plc 9007.jpg
Media ID 21908903
© Mirrorpix
Airborne Allies Continent Holland Invasion Operation Market Garden Paratroops
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This print captures a pivotal moment in history during Operation Market Garden, fought in the Netherlands from September 17th to 25th, 1944. The image showcases the fearless paratroopers of the First Allied Airborne Army descending upon Arnhem, Holland. As their parachutes open overhead, waves of troops land on Dutch soil while C-47s and Dakotas continue to unload more soldiers above. Operation Market Garden was an ambitious mission with the objective of creating a strategic salient into German territory. By establishing a bridgehead over the River Rhine, this operation aimed to pave the way for an Allied invasion route into northern Germany. This photograph perfectly encapsulates the intensity and determination exhibited by these brave men as they embarked on this daring military endeavor. Set against the backdrop of war-torn Europe in the forties, this image serves as a powerful reminder of World War II's impact on countless lives. It symbolizes not only the bravery and sacrifice of those involved but also highlights the collaborative efforts between allied forces. Preserved by Memory Lane Prints, this historical artifact transports us back to that fateful September in 1944 when hope hung heavy in the air amidst uncertainty and conflict. Let it serve as a testament to our shared history and remind us never to forget those who fought valiantly for freedom and peace during one of humanity's darkest times.
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