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If it hadn’t been for the lessons learned at Dieppe, Normandy may have never happened.
As the raid comes to an end, Mr. Hart describes the condition of his landing craft and how it had to be towed back to Britain.
With vivid recall of the Dieppe Raid, Mr. Hart tells of how he assisted in capturing the moment through an artist’s painting.
Mr. Hart provides details of action taken on the beach by the artillery as he positioned himself on the landing craft.
As many wounded and dead lay on the beach, Mr. Hart expresses the sights he witnessed in this bloody battle.
Mr. Hart provides details of what he was witnessing from the landing craft.
A moment most troops were waiting for, Mr. Hart tells of the attack on the beach in Dieppe.
Mr. Hart recalls the Dieppe briefing given to the troops and the excitement shared at the thoughts of active battle.
Mr. Hart talks about the type of equipment and tactics used in signals communication.
Mr. Hart shares his story of where he was when war was declared and his journey to Liverpool, England.
Mr. Hart speaks about his involvement in cadets and army reserves prior to war breaking out.
Reflecting back on his service, Mr. Cole shares his perspective on time served and acceptance of what he and fellow comrades went through.