The Royal Marine Commandos of Port en Bessin 1944 Then and Now

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@ianbuckley9530
@ianbuckley9530 5 ай бұрын
Was here for 7th June 2015. Very humbling to meet the last remaining veteran. Incredible story. Lost most of their equipment on Gold beach and still achieved their objective.
@WW2Wayfinder
@WW2Wayfinder 5 ай бұрын
I bet that was a fantastic experience.
@davecook3840
@davecook3840 Ай бұрын
Was there today. 17/10/24 My Grandfather was a veteran RM and was fantastic to put pictures to his memories he shared with me. Along with the work you did in this video made the day very special. So thank you
@ColinH1973
@ColinH1973 3 ай бұрын
Thanks for this Jon. I was there in 1997 with my parents and wife. We had a drink in the bar that you passed and a waiter took a photo of the four of us. Unfortunately I am the only one left now, but thank you for this episode, and for reminding me of happier times. All the best.
@alexplanky
@alexplanky Жыл бұрын
Thanks for covering British content on your channel. Always overlooked by Holywood!
@WW2Wayfinder
@WW2Wayfinder Жыл бұрын
Not a problem and absolutely agree with you! I’ve got a lot more British and Canadian content planned for the channel!
@keithdurose7057
@keithdurose7057 4 ай бұрын
Pegasus Bridge is the usual theme for the British contribution on D Day. It's nice to learn about other units, too. In particular, commando units. Going back to Pegasus Bridge. While I was in 10 Field Squadron, Royal Engineers. We met Major John Howard on an anniversary in the 80s. He gave a walk and talk through on the night of 5th-6th June. At the actual time and places of the assault. Detailed by Major General Gale. Our tasks were upkeeping the Merville Battery, the museum in the grounds of Café Gondree, and other jobs as required. It's all fascinating stuff.
@WW2Wayfinder
@WW2Wayfinder 4 ай бұрын
The actions at Port en Bessin were brutal but often overlooked as it was the day after and not really near any of the invasion beaches as such. But a vital town given that PLUTO ran through there so very important for the build up and subsequent battles in Normandy itself! Thanks for watching.
@dipseavet
@dipseavet 6 ай бұрын
Great video. I had lunch right behind you at the Monty photo back in 1999.
@WW2Wayfinder
@WW2Wayfinder 6 ай бұрын
Oh cool! So many good places to eat in Port en Bessin isn’t there! Glad you enjoyed it!
@kathrynosullivan5014
@kathrynosullivan5014 6 ай бұрын
Great video. Thanks for the information. We will be Visiting there next week for the 80th celebrations. Thanks again Mick
@kevinpotter6577
@kevinpotter6577 Жыл бұрын
Great video. I live just about 5k from Port and I have with friends walked most of the front for many years. We entered the Port's info center regarding PLUTO. They had no idea what we were talking about. WE, had to show them the relevant info. Couldn't stop laughing. It was a truly very hard fought battle. But no one knows the true facts. With people like you the true facts are coming out. Well done and keep it up. My uncle lies in Bayeux so I do feel. Many thanks. I love the film of our cafe we visit. Lovely people. The Royal Marine Commandos. 😍
@WW2Wayfinder
@WW2Wayfinder Жыл бұрын
Oh wow, amazing the local centre wasn’t aware of why it was so important! That’s very sad, but great that you’ve been able to explain to them it’s vital role in the D-Day story!
@dawnlefevre9172
@dawnlefevre9172 Жыл бұрын
The history is these streets is mind-boggling!! I couldn't walk them now without seeing the before photos and what was going on then!! Awesome video!!!
@WW2Wayfinder
@WW2Wayfinder Жыл бұрын
It’s incredible isn’t it!
@MiketheMadness
@MiketheMadness 7 ай бұрын
An assault force attacking while outnumbered 4 -1, suffering over 50% casualties, and still taking enemy position after enemy position to achieve the objective. The absolute brass balls on those men, I'm shocked they could drag themselves off the beach at all. The denied VC takes the cake though, British military has always had a weird thing about awarding medals. We will remember them.
@WW2Wayfinder
@WW2Wayfinder 7 ай бұрын
Agreed, their efforts there were incredible. And absolutely agree on the British mentality to awarding medals, regardless of type. We’ve always been exceptionally tight in giving them out and still to this day even to those who meet the criteria. It’s as if the senior officers and politicians are paying for the medals themselves!
@maryholder3795
@maryholder3795 4 ай бұрын
​@@WW2Wayfinderwithout the blood and guts to fight. Nit picking.
@RobJones262
@RobJones262 Жыл бұрын
I always get a strange feeling when i stand on Gold and Juno beaches where my Dad and Uncle landed, and then see those things that are still there today. My Sister-in-law's Dad was in that attack with 47 commando. Great video. Many Thanks ;)
@WW2Wayfinder
@WW2Wayfinder Жыл бұрын
Oh wow, quite the family history connected with that small stretch of French coast line! I’m planning on filming a lot more in that area next year as I’ll admit I’ve spent too much time focusing on the Cotentin area around Carentan etc in the past.
@45degreesmodelling
@45degreesmodelling Жыл бұрын
Great video as always, there’s a 47 Commando monument at the top of the western hill. Every Royal Marine Recruit Troop visits and learns about Port-en-Bessin during their battlefield tour in training and the RM association often visit every June. I’m glad you’ve made a video on it as it’s an important part of the Corps history in my opinion.
@WW2Wayfinder
@WW2Wayfinder Жыл бұрын
Great that the young lads are taken to these important places and have their heritage explained to them where it took place!
@adventussaxonum448
@adventussaxonum448 9 ай бұрын
Qqq
@jas_1959
@jas_1959 Жыл бұрын
Once again another excellent episode. Outstanding work Sir 👍
@mikehall5815
@mikehall5815 7 ай бұрын
Thanks for the history lesson 🙂. Stay safe Jon.
@banana1618
@banana1618 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for bringing history alive, again. It is very much appreciated.
@WW2Wayfinder
@WW2Wayfinder Жыл бұрын
You’re most welcome😃
@sheilatruax6172
@sheilatruax6172 Жыл бұрын
I am so glad I found your channel. It is phenomenal!
@WW2Wayfinder
@WW2Wayfinder Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Glad you’re enjoying it 😃
@terrywoodham8419
@terrywoodham8419 3 ай бұрын
Great film been there a few times will look deeper into it now you have show this film.
@WW2Wayfinder
@WW2Wayfinder 3 ай бұрын
Thanks Terry. It’s a great spot to visit for the history and a walk up to the cliffs on both sides of the harbour is worth the time for the memorials and the views alike. It’s also a great spot for food too with all the seafood restaurants there!
@paulrobinson8263
@paulrobinson8263 Жыл бұрын
Ace that, remember visiting back in the 90’s and in the harbour they still had a Ouiesterham sign painted on one of the buildings in the port clearly seen in the film, was obviously done for the film but was still clearly visible but faded, don’t know whether it is still there though, thanks for sharing once again 👍👍
@firstcitytraveler
@firstcitytraveler Жыл бұрын
Another excellent video about a place not really mentioned in books about D-Day. Interesting to know this is location of the French commandos attacking Ouistreham in the Longest Day. Keep up the great work.
@WW2Wayfinder
@WW2Wayfinder Жыл бұрын
Thank you! It’s definitely one of those locations that was completely overlooked by the events at Omaha and Gold but as with many of these small villages, was vital for the Allies to capture it!
@brianscott5008
@brianscott5008 Жыл бұрын
Correct. The writing on the side of the 'Bazar de Port-en-Bessin' still has the overlaid remnants of 'Ouistreham' from the movie.
@richardyoder3646
@richardyoder3646 Жыл бұрын
Another outstanding video Jon, love your then and now pics. Keep them coming
@WW2Wayfinder
@WW2Wayfinder Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Just editing my next one as I type this!
@joemabry9643
@joemabry9643 Жыл бұрын
Thank you.
@pvtjohntowle4081
@pvtjohntowle4081 Жыл бұрын
Thanks, never heard of this operation or battle or PLUTO before.😊😊😊
@WW2Wayfinder
@WW2Wayfinder Жыл бұрын
You’re most welcome😃 Port En Bessin is a great place to visit and quite incredible when you see the size of the place compared to its vital role in the PLUTO story!
@seegurke93
@seegurke93 Жыл бұрын
damn I have been there this summer and saw the building that Monty drove by but I never knew of this great view over the city. Looks like I shall return ;) Grüße
@jas_1959
@jas_1959 Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@jas_1959
@jas_1959 Жыл бұрын
Appreciate your hard work, wish I could send more.
@WW2Wayfinder
@WW2Wayfinder Жыл бұрын
Thank you! It’s very kind of you and I really do appreciate it. Next episode will be all about Moosburg and some great then and now photos featuring General Patton!
@brutter602
@brutter602 Жыл бұрын
The writing on the end of the shop that says Port en Bessin was written over with Ouistreham for the film Longest Day. You can just make out the writing for it. If you go out onto the western harbour wall you can see artillery/bomb strikes on the walkway where the Germans tried to destroy the harbour wall. The did succeed in destroying a small section of it nearer the land end as you can see it has been repaired with archways instead of a solid sea wall.
@WW2Wayfinder
@WW2Wayfinder Жыл бұрын
Ah thanks for that! That makes sense, time to re-watch The Longest Day again!
@jcflippen1552
@jcflippen1552 Жыл бұрын
Excellent video. Thank you.
@WW2Wayfinder
@WW2Wayfinder Жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching!
@rodneymasters5996
@rodneymasters5996 Жыл бұрын
Excellent in depth research and expertly presented. Thank you.
@WW2Wayfinder
@WW2Wayfinder Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@popnmeg
@popnmeg 10 ай бұрын
Excellent 👍
@WW2Wayfinder
@WW2Wayfinder 10 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@peterfranklin4308
@peterfranklin4308 Жыл бұрын
Great presentation.😊
@WW2Wayfinder
@WW2Wayfinder Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@duanelawrence78
@duanelawrence78 Жыл бұрын
Very cool thanks for sharing!!✌️🇺🇲
@WW2Wayfinder
@WW2Wayfinder Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it!
@daddyrabbit835
@daddyrabbit835 2 ай бұрын
We stayed in this town a few weeks ago and I didn't even know there were German bunkers there. We were exploring everything else and neglected the local offerings. We explored from Utah to Juno.
@Baskerville22
@Baskerville22 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for that. My interest piqued, I'll look for further accounts of the Port en Bessin fight online. The photos of the material off-loaded from transports, sitting dockside, along with the hundreds of thousands of tons off-loaded elsewhere on D-Day, attests to the woeful decline of the Luftwaffe from its zenith in 1940 & 1941.
@WW2Wayfinder
@WW2Wayfinder Жыл бұрын
Port En Bessin is a really interesting yet so little known action. The March to Port en Bessin by 47 Commando is also very interesting and I hope to cover it at some point!
@eamo106
@eamo106 Жыл бұрын
Wayfinder, first emplacement is an Observation bunker ? idk. The story of the 47 Commando is fantastic, god bless the RM.
@WW2Wayfinder
@WW2Wayfinder Жыл бұрын
I think it formed part of the Port defences as there were AAA positions on both sides of the cliffs but you’re right it would also make for a great observation point with the views from it!
@eamo106
@eamo106 Жыл бұрын
@@WW2Wayfinder Love your content ! 6 years in Paris and I dragged my family all over the Atlantic wall. Best was in Belgium, Atlantic Wall Open Air Museum near Ostend. You WWII people need to see it !
@krisH-ph5of
@krisH-ph5of Жыл бұрын
Just got back from a weeks holiday at Arromanches, sadly never made it here (even though it was next door) so thanks for the vid!
@WW2Wayfinder
@WW2Wayfinder Жыл бұрын
Nice time of year to visit that area! Hope you had a great trip over there and thanks for watching, and you’ll know to take a walk around Port en Bessin next time you go back 😃
@maartendezwaan9715
@maartendezwaan9715 Жыл бұрын
Another great episode Jon thank you very much! You have a awesome job and being so much in France 🍷 🙂 looking forward to your next video 👋
@WW2Wayfinder
@WW2Wayfinder Жыл бұрын
Thank you! But this just my hobby😃 I’d love for it to be my job though as it’s my passion and so much more interesting than my current 9-5!!!!
@steveb5341
@steveb5341 Жыл бұрын
Quality vid mate, never knew that re the commando scene being filmed there for the longest day 👏🏻🪖
@WW2Wayfinder
@WW2Wayfinder Жыл бұрын
You’re welcome! I remember when I first read the scene was filmed there. Took me ages to work out which orientation they used and where the casino was!
@19Monts44
@19Monts44 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the bunker tours!
@WW2Wayfinder
@WW2Wayfinder Жыл бұрын
Glad you like them!
@jean-francoislemieux5509
@jean-francoislemieux5509 Жыл бұрын
WOW! soo cool! I had the pleasure of walking along the coast from pointe du hoc to omaha beach back in 1994, in beautiful sunny conditions like that! or maybe i walked till utah beach... the trail continued after the round building and it was getting dark when we got back ...
@WW2Wayfinder
@WW2Wayfinder Жыл бұрын
Sounds like a great walk! The cliffs along that whole stretch of coast are beautiful
@AndyRoss-z3t
@AndyRoss-z3t Жыл бұрын
Great work.
@WW2Wayfinder
@WW2Wayfinder Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Cheers!
@emadeldinhessain3272
@emadeldinhessain3272 Жыл бұрын
Great. Well done. Thanks.
@WW2Wayfinder
@WW2Wayfinder Жыл бұрын
You’re most welcome, thank you for watching!
@p2m559
@p2m559 Жыл бұрын
Respect!👊
@WW2Wayfinder
@WW2Wayfinder Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@baraiyanaynesh9553
@baraiyanaynesh9553 Жыл бұрын
Very interesting location Sir.
@WW2Wayfinder
@WW2Wayfinder Жыл бұрын
It’s a wonderful place to visit if you have the opportunity!
@thenoworriesnomad
@thenoworriesnomad Жыл бұрын
As always mate...👍👍
@WW2Wayfinder
@WW2Wayfinder Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@brianjames3849
@brianjames3849 4 ай бұрын
Wow i did not know that ,many thanks
@WW2Wayfinder
@WW2Wayfinder 4 ай бұрын
My pleasure!
@jimmyhillschin9987
@jimmyhillschin9987 Жыл бұрын
French seaside towns are so much nicer than British ones. They didn't experience the assault of the town planners after WWII - and good for them.
@WW2Wayfinder
@WW2Wayfinder Жыл бұрын
Very much so! Ironically faced one of the biggest invasion forces ever seen but that was no match for a team of council workers hell bent on ‘modernising’ British costal towns!
@bugs5644
@bugs5644 Жыл бұрын
wow, very cool!
@WW2Wayfinder
@WW2Wayfinder Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@johnpinder8121
@johnpinder8121 6 ай бұрын
My Father was there with 47RMC and helped to destroy the flack gun boats. Captain Cousins should have been awarded the VC there. But Monty refused to give it, because bravery was expected from all of them.
@claudemirlima5647
@claudemirlima5647 Жыл бұрын
Vídeo fantástico! Muito obrigado por nos trazer informações que nos remetem a esses tristes episódios, mas que ao mesmo tempo se trata de uma demonstração de homens que lutaram bravamente. 👏🏻👏🏻🇧🇷
@WW2Wayfinder
@WW2Wayfinder Жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching! 😃
@johnpinder8121
@johnpinder8121 6 ай бұрын
The flack ships were moured on the sea side of the harbour wall. The Marines didn't know where the shooting was coming from. As they went up the east side, they were getting shot in the back. They lost alot of men to them flack gunboats.
@alantoon5708
@alantoon5708 Жыл бұрын
Just found out that my co worker follows you as well.
@WW2Wayfinder
@WW2Wayfinder Жыл бұрын
Great stuff!!! Always nice to hear how far my work has got in just over a year! Thanks for that 😃
@jamesross1799
@jamesross1799 Жыл бұрын
Was it already planned to use the location for PLUTO before the marines landed?.
@WW2Wayfinder
@WW2Wayfinder Жыл бұрын
As far as I’m aware yes, but it’s an aspect of the war I’ve only scratched the surface of and I believe there were other plans for different locations to support the beachhead area
@toheedkhanswati2770
@toheedkhanswati2770 Жыл бұрын
🙉😯🙎👍
@bootneck401664
@bootneck401664 Жыл бұрын
As a serving Bootneck I appreciate you covering this, also I only stumbled upon your channel last week and I’ve belt fed a lot of your videos 😂 keep up the Hoofin vids mate 🙌🏻👍🏻👍🏻
@WW2Wayfinder
@WW2Wayfinder Жыл бұрын
Thanks mate! Glad you enjoyed it and I’ve got plans to cover more of the Commandos and their fighting in Normandy in the coming months!
@bootneck401664
@bootneck401664 Жыл бұрын
Awesome mate, look forward to watching them 👍🏻👍🏻
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