Normandy invasion as seen from boat in English Channel, France, 6 June 1944
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Probably a view of Normandy invasion as seen from boat in English Channel; explosions visible on shoreline. Normandy, France. 6 June 1944
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06/06/1944
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From the service of James Christian Mountcastle, XO (Executive Officer) of RON 35 (Motor Torpedo Boat Squadron 35). He was captain of the boat PT-516 "The Flying Gini." Every photograph in the collection has a stamp on back reading "WWII-1944. PT Boat Squadron 35. Lt. J.C. Mountcastle."
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Normandie
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Coastlines--France
Amphibious operations--France