Description
ARMOURED BATTLES OF WORLD WAR II: THE BATTLES FOR NORMANDY
Product Details
- UPC: 5022802210345
- Director: Not specified
- Genre: Documentary, War
- Number of discs: 1
- Studio: Pegasus Entertainment
- Release date: 1999
Overview
"Armoured Battles of World War II: The Battles for Normandy" is a fascinating documentary that explores the role of British armour in the tank battles in Normandy during World War II. The documentary features superb 3D graphics and rare archive footage, as well as insights from leading experts on tanks in combat, Dr Stephen Badsey of The Royal Military Academy Sandhurst and David Fletcher of The Royal Tank Museum at Bovington.
The documentary provides a detailed account of the highly specialized and adapted British armour, including the Churchill AVRE, the Sherman Duplex Drive, and a host of other variants, each of which played a crucial role in defeating the forces of Nazi Germany. The documentary also covers the experiences of the veterans and the unique challenges faced by the Allies and the Axis powers in the "Green Hell" of Normandy.
Product Specifications
- Format: DVD
- Region: All Regions, PAL
- Aspect Ratio: 4:3
- Sound: Dolby Digital Stereo
- Run Time: 50 minutes (approx.)
Scene Selection
- Introduction. Hobart's Funnies. Atlantic Wall
- Opposing Force Allied Advantages
- German Advantages. The Green Hell
Special Features
- Ask the Experts
- Test your knowledge
- Interactive menus
- Excerpts from other titles in the series
Interesting Facts
- The Churchill AVRE was a heavily armoured vehicle designed to destroy fortifications and clear obstacles, playing a key role in the D-Day landings and subsequent battles in Normandy.
- The Sherman Duplex Drive was a modified version of the Sherman tank, adapted for amphibious landings and capable of "swimming" to shore.
- The "Green Hell" of Normandy was so named because of the dense hedgerows and bocage that made it difficult for tanks and infantry to maneuver.
From Backside:
The highly specialized and adapted British Armour played a leading role in the tank battles in Normandy. The Churchill AVRE, the Sherman Duplex Drive and a host of other variants each played their part in defeating the forces of Nazi Germany. Superb 3D graphics Made with the help of the Tank Museum at Bovington, The Battles for Normandy features rare archive footage, the experiences of the veterans and the unique insights of Dr Stephen Badsey of The Royal Military Academy Sandhurst and David Fletcher of The Royal Tank Museum at Bovington; Britain's leading authorities on tanks in combat.
