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"The Embattled Shore"
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This limited edition of 1000 commemorative prints was created exclusively for National Post
in honour of those who served during World War ll This print was digitally created combining photography with painting and is printed on archival, fine art paper. They are numbered and signed by artist Silvia Pecota . Each print is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity. Print size 11" x 16" |
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D-DAY
by Col. Bernd Horn During World War II “D-Day” was the term given for the designated day that an invading force was to go ashore. Since then it has come to symbolize the invasion of Normandy on 6 June 1944, when the Allies stormed German Occupied Europe. The assault was the largest joint operation in history, encompassing three infantry and two airborne divisions. Approximately 133,000 troops were landed on the beaches and an additional 23,000 paratroopers and glidermen were dropped or landed inland. They were supported by approximately 7,000 ships and landing craft and an available air armada of about 3,000 bombers and 5,000 fighter aircraft. Of the five divisions, two were American, two were British, and one was Canadian – the 3rd Canadian Division. The Canadians landed on JUNO Beach between the Provenance River and St Aubin sur Mer in the Baie de la Seine. They made the best inland penetration of all Allied forces on that first day. Of the 21,400 Canadians that participated in the invasion, by the end of 6 June, approximately 340 were killed, 574 were wounded and 47 taken prisoner. |
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model: Pte. Scott Cameron Newlands of The Queen's Own Rifles
www.scottcameron.ca Uniform and equipment courtesy of The Canadian Military Heritage Museum in Brantford, Ontario |
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$80/print plus applicable taxes and $6.96 for shipping and handling.
$20 of the cost of these prints is being donated to the Canadian Military Heritage Museum (Brantford, ON) Please note that only Credit Card payment is acceptable for this print as it is easier for transferring our funds. |
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