The fortifications of Cherbourg were still formidable. The city was surrounded by a ring of concrete fortifications built onto three ridges that commanded every line of approach. In the city itself the Arsenal was a powerful fortress, and the navy had built forts to defend the harbour. If von...read more

Walk around this world war 2 era American M10 Tank Destroyer, commonly known as the Wolverine. This early example of a dedicated tank destroyer was based on the ubiquitous Sherman Tank and its hull and turret shape make it one of the most easily recognisable WW2 combat vehicles.

This tank...read more

Watch the "Pointe Du Hoc Bunker Story." This video gives viewers a first-hand look at the observation bunker on the cliffs of Omaha Beach. Constructed during World War II, this bunker served as the nerve center for the Germans at Pointe Du Hoc.

Geert Van Den Bogaert walks you through this...read more