1944 D-Day US Troops Storm Beach of Normandy, WWII. Original Photo PSA Type 1

This striking original Type I photograph captures a historic moment during the Normandy landings on D-Day, June 6, 1944. Authenticated by PSA/DNA, the image features Allied troops aboard a U.S. Navy LCVP (Landing Craft, Vehicle, Personnel) disembarking onto the French coastline under harrowing conditions.

The photograph vividly conveys the heroism of the invasion, with soldiers seen carrying heavy packs and weapons as they prepare to storm the beaches. In the background, additional landing craft and vehicles can be seen advancing to support, with plumes of smoke rising from the battlefield. The stark realism of the scene underscores the bravery and determination of these soldiers on the mission to liberate Europe from Nazi control.

In the photo, LCVP stands for Landing Craft, Vehicle Personnel, commonly referred to as a "Higgins boat" or "Duck boat". These vessels were crucial during World War II delivering soldiers directly onto enemy shores, particularly during the D-Day landings in Normandy. With an amphibious design (boat with 6 wheels), these vehicles could transport troops and equipment over water and on land.

The reverse side of the photograph includes the original press caption from the Bettmann Archives, further attesting to its historical authenticity and provenance. The caption provides invaluable context, describing the moment captured:

"United Wails: Built by the Allied casualties to hospitals—joined in the common bond of suffering, wounded Nazi prisoners of war lie side-by-side with Allied casualties on the bottom of an LCVP (Landing Craft Vehicle Personnel), speeding back to England from the French coasts. American paratroopers are included among the casualties."

The photograph measures 9.5 x 8 inches and is preserved in exceptional, excellent-mint condition, presented in a PSA-certified protective holder. The sharp details and clarity of the image vividly bring to life the faces and movements of the troops, placing the viewer directly in the heart of the action.

The D-Day invasion, code-named Operation Overlord, was a pivotal moment in World War II. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the bravery and sacrifice of the Allied forces who played a crucial role in the fight to liberate Europe.  

This rare, original Type I photograph, with its Bettmann Archives provenance and PSA/DNA certification, offers a remarkable and highly collectible piece of World War II history. Its exceptional condition and detailed context make it an invaluable addition to any serious collection of military memorabilia or historic photography. The Greatest Generation at their best!

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