Pegasus Bridge: The Capture, Defence and Relief of the Caen Canal and River Orne Bridges on D-Day

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Midnight, D-Day 6th June 1944. Under the cover of darkness, six wooden gliders containing Major John Howard's Coup de Main party, head towards two strategic bridges spanning the Caen Canal and River Orne. They are tasked with their capture, the very first action of D-Day.
History now tells us that the whole operation was indeed a brilliant achievement, with the capture of the bridges being one of the Second World War's most legendary actions, but what actually happened and what did those involved have to do to ensure that the whole day was a success? Join author, Neil Barber, at the Army Flying Museum at 7pm on Monday 27th January to find out more. Neil will be signing copies of his latest book, 'Pegasus Bridge: The Capture, Defence and Relief of the Caen Canal and River Orne Bridges on D-Day'.
You will be given the option of booking a pre lecture meal of Lasagne, Salad and Garlic Bread in the Museum's Apache Café at 6pm when you book your lecture ticket. All meal bookings need to be made by Friday 24th January.
If you are unable to be there on the night, buy an online pass to watch live and join in the Q&A, or watch on catch up afterwards.
The Museum is an independent charity and all proceeds from this event go towards supporting their work to preserve the history of British Army aviation.