D-Day 80 Memorial

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“…the spirit of the people, resolute, dedicated, burned like a bright flame, lit surely from those unseen fires which nothing can quench.”  King George VI, 6 June 1944 (D-Day)

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Lt General Gerry Bucknall CB, MC

31/05/2024

Remembering our grandfather, Lt Gen Gerry Bucknall (right), who commanded XXX Corps in the hard fought battle to invade Normandy. His objective was to capture GOLD beach on which he landed late on 6th June once 50 Div had secured the village of Arromanches in its usual swift, brave and decisive manner. Forever in our hearts, they are all heroes. Thank you.

Lt General Gerry Bucknall CB, MC
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