A very special thanks first of all to Jeremy, from the 514th QM Regiment, who decided to come with us at the last minute and bring his GMC truck with him! It made our trip truly special this year. Cheers Jem! Also a thanks to Pvt. George Fowler for taking his vehicle over and ferrying us from here to there on several occasions.
Our trip this year ran from the 1st June - 10th June. Hopefully we'll be able to do these dates every year, we've managed it twice in a row so far.
We had our friend Brad Eatman from Canada join us again for this trip just as he did last year. You're always welcome Brad. Not to mention Roy, our resident comedian (debatable). It was nowhere near as busy as it was last year which was nice in many ways, and the atmosphere was still as incredible. The 29th intend to go to Normandy every year and I for one am already looking forward to the next!
Getting there...
On arrival in Le Havre, we had to drive to our campsite in Etreham (Nr. Bayeux).
Camp site arrival...
It took a while but we finally arive and sort outselves out. Meal times were always interesting as you can see.
Out and about...
Sightseeing around Normandy with the 29th
D-day, June 6th 2005
The most important day of our trip and what we came here to do. Like last year, we appeared on the beach at 6am on D-day morning to pay our respects.
Later that day...
We paraded for veterans of the 1st, 29th and 2nd Ranger divisions. A special thanks to Patrick LeFevre and his group for asking us to participate with them.
Going home...
It's only a shame this fantastic 10 day trip had to come to an end at some point. But getting home is never that easy!
The outtakes...
Some photos they would have like me to delete - sorry guys!
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