The story
90 Rangers, holding down the fort at the Pointe du Hoc since the assault of June 6, are finally relieved by the men of the 29th Division en route to Isigny.
Photos:
- Rangers fighting at the Pointe du Hoc
- An exploded bunker at the Pointe du Hoc
There's more to discover
You have arrived at just one small part of Back to Normandy — a personal project dedicated to preserving stories, images, music and memories of the Second World War.
Every record is a doorway to a larger story. Explore Back to Normandy to discover more, or visit Fred Vogels' personal website to learn about the person and the projects behind it.