Maj. Gen. James Maurice Gavin Information Boards
Details:
Placed on both sides of the monument.
MarkerThree rectangular information panels mounted on wooden frames comemmorating General James M. Gavin, highlighting his parachute landing in this area during the night of June 56, 1944. They present an illustrated overview of his life and military career, focusing on his leadership of the 82nd Airborne Division, and include photographs, unit insignias, and bilingual English and French texts detailing his role in the liberation of Normandy and his enduring legacy in France.
Source of photos: Kelly Carrigg
Monument Text:
Commemorates:
People:
Units:
507th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 82nd Airborne
82nd Airborne Division
United States Army
Wars:
WWII
Battles:
Normandy Invasion
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