Arnhem Moto Tour:Operation Market Garden A Bridge too far

EP35 ALL IN TOUR - Arnhem : A Bridge to far. War is as Savage as it is Interesting. Our Motorcycle camping tour around Europe has Landed us in Arnhem, Netherlands where the WW2 History is all around us. Arnhem is Famous for Operation Market Garden and the Film A Bridge to far. Join us for a Moto tour at The Airbourne Musuem Hartenstein in Arnham, Arnhem Oosterbeek War Cemetery and at the 101st Airbourne Memorial as we explore what happened here in the Netherlands at Arnhem

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[erwin]

nice to see you in my village Oosterbeek, don't worry about the tank. It is allowed to climb on it. My grandparents lived in September 1944 about 200 meters from Hartestein. I now live opposite the cemetery, on the other side of the track. Next Sunday there will be flower laying again at the cemetery. My son will also be laying flowers from school. He is the third generation to lay flowers, so no, we will never forget

[billwaterhouse]

Thank you for taking the time to honor our lost hero’s and the war sites in your travels. You guys do a fantastic job in covering all the important details, tastefully with respect 🙏❤️

[ianthompson]

When I was based in Germany in the late 80s our squadron camp shared with the Army Higher Education Centre. I was detailed to drive the coach to Arnhem for a group of 'students' to visit the battle sites. Opened my eyes as given a deep insight to what went on.

[DavidLloyd-lc]

My wife and I truly enjoy your travels - "SPR" is short for SAPPER - I am not being critical and I do enjoy the respect you give to our fallen I would just point out we do not celebrate war the services to our fallen are Commemorations keep up the good work Lest We Forget.

[Paul-]

Well done with your sincere respect showing us and commenting in Arnhem. I served in the Staffordshire Regiment in the 1970’s. Our uniforms had a glider patch on them remembering the regiment’s landing at Arnhem in Horsa gliders.

[Hensepens]

What's nice and graceful remembrance of those who gave their lives to liberate my country. As you said in your video. We never forget. And this is something we teach our children when they are young. Especially around Arnhem.

Graves are maintained and checked by local people. Every grave. There are waiting list for this honor.

[gertklay]

The colonne passed my house today... Love to see the hommage to the veterans..

[jasonhoward]

That was emotional,
My father dropped into Arnhem with the 2nd battalion South Staffs.
He got out of the town at the back of the church...( Angel of Arnhem ) ..
Assisted by the polish forces who couldn't break into the town....😢

[georgefirth]

Visited Arnhem every year to pay my respects to those that gave all with Airborne Forces Riders
Out of ammo
God save the King
Famous last message

[docholliday]

Major General John Dutton Frost CB DSO MC. LEGEND of the Parachute regiment . He with a hand full of men reached
the bridge and held it but sadly no help came . Everyone who has served in Para Reg knows that particular operation .
Every man an Emperor .
Utrinque Paratus.
Excellent video very well done 👍.

[mars]

Got to agree with you 100% . I've been to lots of 1st and 2nd war locations during my travels. Sparing a minute to read and think of those on the headstones is so important. Many have relatives who never got to travel to visit the graves.

[stuyrides]

The bridge was named after Major General John Dutton Frost (1912–1993) he was part of the British forces who protected the then known, Rhine bridge. This was also the bridge referenced in the movie, the IJssel bridge in Deventer was the bridge used in the movie. My grandfather was a Canadian Marksmen during WWII. We still have many ammo box lids with the names of his Brothers and some very funny messages written in. He kept them for when morale was low and he needed a smile. Watching this video today, makes me want to watch the movie a bridge too far!

[patrickhurst]

Spr is the abbreviation for "Sapper" the equivalent rank to Private in the Corps of Royal Engineers. Derived from the French word "sappe"  a derivation of the archaic French word for spade — the name became connected with military engineers who would dig covered trenches that allowed them to approach the walls of a fort that was under siege. I've been in the Corps of Royal Engineers for almost 40 years. Loving the channel by the way

[alanchard]

Brilliant episode guys, has personal memories for me as i served in the Parachute regiment for 18yrs having joined in 1979. It's actually the annual anniversary next week 21st/22nd September, and the 80th anniversary. The local people still hold us in high regard. Thanks for taking the time.

[graham]

Another great video guys. The "SPR" on the bench stood for "Sapper" which is the term for the rank of Private in the Royal Engineers. As is the Term "Gunner" in the Royal Artillery.
Looking forward to the next one.

[fengbi]

Deep respect to you for showing such reverence. The way you covered this subject reflects why you’re my number one following on YouTube.Thank you❤️

[davidruscoe]

Another very interesting video, guys and dealt with very well given the subject. On a separate note, Ewa I do hope your family in Poland have escaped unscathed from the severe weather and flooding.

[BibTheBoulderTheOriginalOne]

Fabulous episode, though I now worry you are ever at a cliff-top and there is a sign stating "Jump off at your own risk" Ewa will have you jumping
Arnhem: Extremely thought-provoking and incredibly sad. So many of those lost were in their twenties. It makes you feel quite humble, and puts into perspective things we complain about while these young men never got to experience life. We owe them all a lot.

[BlackThor]

Awesome video Rich & Ewa! Thanks for sharing another part of history! 👍👍

[OurITManager]

So respectful, lovely video... Love you bye