The Allied Invasion of Normandy in June 1944 marked the beginning of the end for the Nazi regime in Germany.
The 101st Airborne, aka the Screaming Eagles, first goal was to capture Carentan which would connect the Omaha and Utah beach landings. After multiple days of fighting in the environs of Carentan, the 101st was finally ready for an assault on June 10th . The fight for the town lasted through June 12th, when the Germans finally ran out of ammunition and abandoned the effort.
But the battle was not over! Two days later a SS panzer division launched a counterattack testing the paratroopers, until they were finally relieved by an American armored division. The battle raged for a day, but the Germans were eventually repelled, and the connection between Omaha and Utah was secure.
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Mchezo 1000pc WWII Puzzle Screaming Eagles: Liberation of Carentan w/ War Planes Jigsaw

  • Large size: 20x28 Finished! Ideal for display.
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Embark on a historical journey through this captivating 1,000 piece puzzle, capturing a momentous event in World War II. Witness the Allied Invasion of Normandy in June 1944, a turning point that signaled the impending downfall of the regime in Germany. Before the invasion, airborne forces bravely descended into France, seizing vital crossroads and towns. Join the renowned 101st Airborne, also known as the Screaming Eagles, as they faced initial challenges with scattered deployments, gradually regrouping into a formidable fighting unit. Their primary objective was to capture Carentan, a critical link between the Omaha and Utah beach landings. Engaging in relentless combat within the surroundings of Carentan, the 101st Airborne persisted for multiple days until June 10th, when they launched a decisive assault. The battle for the town raged fiercely until June 12th, when the opposing forces, depleted of ammunition, were forced to retreat. However, the struggle was far from over! Two days later, an SS Panzer division launched a relentless counterattack, putting the paratroopers to the ultimate test. After a grueling day of battle, relief arrived in the form of an American armored division. With unwavering determination, the paratroopers repelled the enemy onslaught, securing the vital connection between Omaha and Utah. Piece together the intricate details of this pivotal moment in history and relive the bravery, resilience, and ultimate victory of the Allied forces through this extraordinary puzzle.