101st Airborne Liberators: Carentan 1944 Then and Now

The Battle for Carentan and the surrounding area took place between June 12-13, 1944. The city is dominated by high ground to the southwest and southeast, all of which was under German control during the battle.

Over the following days numerous photos and films were taken by the men of the Signal Corps units documenting the Allied Landings in Normandy as part of Operation Overlord.

In this episode of WW2 Wayfinder, I will take you on a journey to Carentan to examine the various Then and Now photos of the men of the 101st Airborne and provide a breakdown of why they are important!

Apologies in advance for the sound as I had some microphone issues during filming combating the high winds!

If you enjoy this Then and Now episode I have lots more on my channel if you have time to watch!

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[welshwarrior]

Lots of effort has gone into making these videos. As a former front-line soldier, I thank you for keeping their sacrifice alive.

[cameron]

Great video. I love the "Then & Now" comparisons. Great information. It really shows you have a passion for what you do. Thanks!

[bigbadbamboo]

It makes me think and love my dad more and more. I would love to walk were he did, but I'm in a chair with issues. Loved listening to him. Smartest mofo in the world. Love dad. Thanks so much what you've done in the world

[Alexall]

I was in Carentan today and used your video as a guidance. It was really helpful to identify some of the areas where these guys fought. Thank you for your excellent work sir!

[baraiyanaynesh]

Carenten is such a beautiful place. Thank you for showing during ww2 time photos and present time video.

[joshh]

Great video! Thanks for sharing! I really like looking at the old war photos. It's fascinating comparing the old photos with present day and how little has changed in some places and how things have changed more in other areas. Thanks for sharing and keep up the good work! Much appreciated!

[ruthwestover]

My father fought there at Carentan with 101st, 506th F company. He joined with the paratroopers at camp Toccoa, Georgia.
Thank you showing the then and now photos. I am always looking at the solders faces hoping to see my father.

[michaeldean]

Hi Jon
Thanks for sharing another great video!
Caretan looks to be such a beautiful old town with its buildings that were mostly saved from the war.
It’s fantastic that they have kept their heritage alive and tried to keep the same appearance with the post war renovations and rebuilding.
Keep up the good work brother ❤😊

[mig]

New sub. Facinating tour of these key WW2 locations. Love it. Keep up the great work.

[paulsmyth]

I’ve just visited Carentan and was able to find some comparison shots but not as many as you.
Looks like I’m going to have to go back !
Well Done another Excellent video 👍🏻👏🏻

[thomashynd]

Just got onto your channel by way of your interviews on the A Few Minutes of History channel.

[michaelmccollister]

Been away a while, but these are consistently excellent. Congats on a well-deserved 100, 000 subscribers recognition!

[maryannallen]

I’m glad you showed that paper about the June 13 German offensive . That was the date my father was wounded. The newspaper clipping about my dad being wounded says “somewhere outside Carenton.” That’s all I know.

[eamo]

Just found your pages, Brilliant ! Texas Brit ! Impressive ~ subscribed ~ !

[alainaaugust]

My heavens, Major Winters, beautiful man, you did this at 26! Or 25 if your birthday was later in the year. And most of us today need until 30 to “find ourselves” . . . . the greatest generation indeed.

[mrrw]

Hey Jon, You sound like you've got some military experience with the way you refer to CQB etc. What's your background mate? Loving the videos by the way.

[firstcitytraveler]

Another great Then and Now of Carentan. I really enjoy these videos. Keep them coming.

[MajorMosh]

Thank you for this video. You just got another subscriber!!

[rodneymasters]

I’m new to your channel. Mightily impressed by reconnaissance/ research. Looking forward to watching your other location reports.

[psychofan]

This was awesome! I didn’t realize that Bailey bridge was still there! Awesome