The Battle of Normandy: Walking Cherbourg | History Traveler Episode 293

Building off of our previous episode (link below), we're continuing our walk through Cherbourg to explore what remains from the battle that took place here in June of 1944 as the 4th, 9th, & 79th Infantry Divisions moved to secure the deep water port. Much to see and learn from this often overlooked part of the Battle of Normandy!

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[ub]

Thank you for ever increasing our WW2 knowledge and so glad getting your gear ripped off awhile back hasn't deterred you one bit !!

[cobaltgazer]

We are going to Cherbourg in 6 weeks for 1 day, thanks for sorting my itinerary. Long time subscriber

[colbyt]

Morning JD. Thanks for the great new Normandy video! My great grandfather was at Normandy and landed on Utah Beach after the beaches were secured. He was in a AAA battalion.

[jetsons]

As always, a great watch from start to finish, a true tribute to the Greatest Generation.
How ironic, the image at (7:45) shows the RMS Queen Mary, I live only 20 minutes from where she is today. Just think of all the backstories of the soldiers in the B&W film footage that could be told. JD, thanks again for keeping history alive.

[GDB]

I love hearing about the lesser known, or even unknown, events. I had heard of the importance of the harbor at Cherborg but had never heard any details of what happened there. These lesser known stories help to paint a more complete picture of the conflict that took place in Europe in WW2. These also serve to put the spotlight on the unsung heroes. Keep bringing them to us.

[firstcitytraveler]

Another excellent video. I am glad you were able to return to Europe after your Greek adventure. Keep these videos coming as they are very informative.

[jamesbodnarchuk]

My dad was a sapper in the CEF 1944-1947
England & North West Europe
Much respect to your Grandfather❤

[nbgrooms]

Thank you JD. for another fantastic episode! So love your content. So glad you're not letting the recent setback put a stop to this channel. I'd love an episode where you talk at length about you grandfather's service in World War II. That would be fascinating! Thank you for bringing us these virtual tours of historic sites around the world.

[duanebuck]

This would be the views of France that I'd like to go see. Hearing you talk about the importance of the port, and seeing not only the view of today but the clips of during the war makes the area more understandable for it's importance. Thank you, JD for taking us along!

[thebattlefieldhistorian]

I'm curious, is this footage from your earlier trip this summer and somehow spared from the tragic events in Greece? Either way, I am very happy you have been able to provide some excellent videos about Normandy.

[Chiller]

Really nice episode. Cherbourg looks beautiful. I recall the German commander, von Schlieben, refusing to surrender and ordering his men to fight to the death. That order included everyone but himself of course as he did eventually surrender.

[steveb]

Quality vid as always JD! So glad you could return and shoot all of this material again. Story telling history at its finest 👏🏻🪖

[dandesch]

Thank you, Another very interesting account of ww2, watching this from canada

[Shawnroberts]

I still watch EVERY video JD. Thank you for doing all the work so I can see this awesome content from my couch...lol. Take care buddy

[chrishunter]

As usual this episode does not disappoint. Thank you and keep up the good work.

[Hairnicks]

Interesting place Cherbourgh, visited when I was following my tank driver fathers route with the 4th and 7th Royal Dragoon Guards, took my two teenage sons with me, they were fascinated throughout the whole trip.

[Dellboy]

As soon as I get the notification, I stop whatever it was I was doing, and steam this to my TV. With biscuits and a cuppa to hand.
Thank you. 👍

[bobbyl]

Thanks for another great video JD! You’re the best man

[patrickmccrann]

One of the ships that bombarded the Cherbourg defenses was the USS Texas. She is the only surviving battleship from World War I. She is in the middle of a major overhaul in Texas to repair years of neglect. She will then return to her berth at San Jacinto Park near Houston.