The DD Landings Exmouth's historic role in the DD Landings
Exmouth Museum and Heritage Centre registered charity 291311

When: 02 March 2024 to 02 November 2024
Where: Hay Loft Gallery - Exmouth Museum & Heritage Centre
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
Cost: £2:50 - admission to the whole Museum
Suitable for: Any age

On the  80th anniversary of D Day we present a display on the role Exmouth played in World War II, including the American Troops based in Exmouth (Phear Park) and the Glider Squadrons and the use of the Exeter Ship Canal for training due to its similarity to the Caen Canal in Nromandy

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