Bayeux Shuttle - Meehan Memorial
France
Discover the memorial in honor of Thomas Meehan and his men who died in the crash of their C47 plane on the night of June 6, 1944.
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1Orientation
We gather here at a site of profound tragedy and solemn remembrance. This memorial is dedicated to First Lieutenant Thomas Meehan III and the men of the 101st Airborne Division who perished when their transport plane, a C-47…
앱에서 듣기2Thomas Meehan III — The Leader Lost
Thomas Meehan was a man of character and duty. Before the invasion, he had written a moving letter to his wife, expressing his love and his readiness for the challenges ahead—a letter that has since become a poignant symbol of…
앱에서 듣기3The Night of the Drop — Flak and Fire
The night of June 5th and the early morning of June 6th was a time of unprecedented aerial activity. Over 800 C-47 transport planes crossed the English Channel, carrying thousands of paratroopers into the heart of occupied France. …
앱에서 듣기4The Forensic Legacy — Identifying the Fallen
For many decades, the remains of the men on aircraft 66 were not fully identified. It wasn't until the early 21st century that advanced forensic techniques and dedicated historical research allowed for a more complete…
앱에서 듣기5Easy Company's First Day — A Unit Divided
When the rest of Easy Company landed, they were scattered across the Normandy countryside. Many were miles from their designated drop zones. …
앱에서 듣기6The Architecture of Remembrance
Observe the design of the Meehan Memorial. Like many D-Day monuments, it is built from the local stone of Normandy, ensuring that it feels like a part of the landscape it commemorates. …
앱에서 듣기7A Pilgrimage for Descendants
For the families of the men who died on aircraft 66, this memorial is more than just a historical marker; it is a sacred site. Over the years, many children, grandchildren, and even great-grandchildren of the fallen have made the…
앱에서 듣기8Closing
As we conclude our time at the Meehan Memorial, let us carry the names of these men in our hearts. First Lieutenant Thomas Meehan and the twenty-one others who fell with him were among the first to pay the ultimate price on D-Day. …
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| 위치 | France |
|---|---|
| 종류 | 유적 |
| 이야기 구간 | 8 |
| 글 언어 | 영어 |
| 좌표 | 49.4312, -1.2858 |
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