Picauville C-47 Memorial
Description:
The site contains several memorials honoring the American aircrew and paratroopers who were killed when their C-47 transport aircraft was shot down during the D-Day airborne operations, while also paying tribute to the courage and contributions of the women who supported the Allied effort in the liberation of Normandy during World War II.
Address:
D69 , 50360 , Picauville , 50-Manche , Normandy , France
The site is located in a parking lot adjacent to the church in the town of Picauville (Église Saint-Candide de Picauville).Take the N13 NW from Caen to Sainte-Mere-Eglise then the D15 W and turn SE on the D69. The monument is on the N side of the road in the town.
Map reference (click on pin to see Lat/Long):
49.37935 -1.3995 D69
Flag Poles :
2
