Coup de Main, Pegasus Bridge, Normandy, 6th June 1944 by David Pentland. (AP) NRG1000 Image size 38 inches x

Image size 38 inches x 18 inches (96cm x 46cm)

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Coup de Main, Pegasus Bridge, Normandy, 6th June 1944 by David Pentland. (AP) NRG1000 Image size 38 inches xDHM1840AP. Coup de Main, Pegasus Bridge, Normandy, 6th June 1944 by David Pentland. As a prelude to the invasion of Europe, certain important targets were attacked by airborne forces. Among them the bridge over the Caen canal which would protect the allies left flank. Major John Howard (D Company Ox and Bucks Light Infantry) gliders achieved complete surprise and the bridge was taken in a matter of minutes. Ever after it has been known as Pegasus