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59th (South Staffs) Division Memorial Galmanche
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59th (South Staffs) Division Memorial Galmanche
The Division claims to be the first to enter Caen which it did on 9 July The small granite memorial was erected by the villagers of Sainte-Contest. It had landed at the end of July, the last to land and was heavily involved In the fighting for Caen
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59th Caen Claims Division Enter Erected Granite Staffs Villagers
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This evocative photograph captures the 59th (South Staffordshire) Division Memorial at Sainte-Contest, Normandy, France. The Division, proudly claimed to be the first to enter the historic town of Caen on July 9, 1944. The small, weathered granite memorial stands as a poignant reminder of the Division's significant role in the D-Day landings and the subsequent Battle for Caen. The 59th South Staffordshire Division, also known as the "Pride of the Midlands," was the last British infantry division to land in Normandy, touching down at the end of July. They were met with heavy resistance and were deeply involved in the intense and protracted fighting for Caen, one of the most contested towns during the Battle of Normandy. The memorial, erected by the grateful villagers of Sainte-Contest, is a testament to the Division's bravery and determination. Its simple yet powerful design, with the division's insignia etched into the stone, is a poignant symbol of the sacrifices made by the soldiers of the 59th South Staffordshire Division during the Normandy campaign. This photograph captures the memorial in its tranquil setting, surrounded by the rolling hills and verdant fields of Normandy. The image serves as a powerful reminder of the historical significance of the Division's role in the D-Day landings and the Battle for Caen, and the enduring bond between the soldiers and the people of Sainte-Contest.
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