Red Berets into Normandy Sir Huw Wheldon WW2 D Day 1944 6th Airborne Book

published 1982
Red Berets into Normandy – Sir Huw Wheldon

6th Airborne Division's Assault into Normandy – D-Day 1944

An illustrated military history booklet recounting the British 6th Airborne Division's role in the Normandy landings of 6 June 1944.

Written by Sir Huw Wheldon, drawing on his own wartime memories and the research of Lieutenant-General Sir Napier Crookenden.

Includes:

- Accounts of the British airborne landings on D-Day.
- The capture of Pegasus Bridge and operations around the River Orne and Caen Canal.
- Colour military maps and operational diagrams.
- Historical illustrations and photographs.
- A guide to visiting the Normandy battlefields, written by General Sir Nigel Poett.
- Colour illustrated covers featuring a British paratrooper and the famous red beret.

Condition

Used vintage booklet with general handling and storage wear.

There is a noticeable area of surface damage to the front cover affecting part of the printed title, together with rubbing and wear around the edges and spine.

The interior pages photographed appear generally clean and readable, with some signs of age and handling.

Please study the photographs carefully for the condition and contents of the booklet.

An interesting publication for collectors of Second World War history, British airborne forces, paratroopers, Pegasus Bridge and Normandy D-Day memorabilia.