The story
The first elements of artificial harbours arrive in Normandy. Manufactured in Britain, they were towed across the Channel following the invasion fleet.
Photos:
- Caissons (Phoenixes) of the artificial harbour being built
- The arrival of an unloading platform
- Map of the artificial harbour at Arromanches (Mulberry B)
- Diagram of a Phoenix caisson
There's more to discover
You have arrived at just one small part of Back to Normandy — a personal project dedicated to preserving stories, images, music and memories of the Second World War.
Every record is a doorway to a larger story. Explore Back to Normandy to discover more, or visit Fred Vogels' personal website to learn about the person and the projects behind it.