Graye-sur-Mer
Courseulles-sur-Mer
Duplex Drive Tank
This Sherman, belonging to the 1st Canadian Hussars, is one of the five (out of nineteen) that sank on the run in. It was recovered in 1971. Note the lip extending around the entire hull to which the canvas dam was attached. The DD's making it ashore provided vital fire support for Company A of the Regina Rifles, which encountered heavy fire both from German resistance nests in the harbor area and from artillery positioned further inland.
Flanking the beach exit is a memorial plaque to the officers and men of the Regina Rifles who were casualties during the war. Nearby are plaques commemorating the 1st Canadian Scottish Regiment. Across you still have a 50 mm German anti tank gun.
Royal Winnipeg Rifles Memorial
Some three hundred yards east along the Avenue de La Combattante is a memorial to the Royal Winnipeg Rifles. Next stop will be Bernières-sur-Mer.