WW2 British Pegasus Bridge : Bénouville D-Day 1944 Osprey Reference Book

“WW2 British Pegasus Bridge: Bénouville D-Day 1944” is a meticulously detailed reference book from Osprey Publishing, offering a comprehensive exploration of one of the most critical operations of the D-Day landings. This authoritative volume delves into the audacious pre-dawn glider assault by British paratroopers on June 6, 1944, aimed at capturing and holding the strategically vital Pegasus Bridge at Bénouville. Through insightful analysis, vivid illustrations, and first-hand accounts, the book vividly recounts the bravery and precision of the 6th Airborne Division in securing the bridge, which was crucial for preventing German reinforcements from reaching the Normandy beaches. Richly supplemented with maps, photographs, and tactical diagrams, this reference guide is an invaluable resource for historians, military enthusiasts, and any reader seeking to understand the pivotal moments that shaped the outcome of D-Day and, ultimately, World War II.