The story
1 The Hampshire Regiment had to attack Le Hamel, defended by the 352 Division. First the Hampshires went to Asnelles and after hours of battle they finally conquered Les Hamel coming from the other side.
Photo: 50 Infantry Division East of Hamel
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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.
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