Inauguration of the exhibition "Sergeant Taylor, the cameraman of Omaha Beach"

On June 5, 2026, the Normandy Victory Museum is inaugurating its new exhibition dedicated to Sergeant Taylor, the only cameraman to have filmed the landing on Omaha Beach. The public will be able to preview the exhibition and meet the people who contributed to its creation, including Jennifer Taylor, daughter of the war correspondent.

The evening will begin with a short historical introduction devoted to the role of war correspondents during the Second World War.

Meeting with the project stakeholders

Visitors will then have the opportunity to meet Jennifer Taylor, daughter of Sergeant Taylor, who entrusted her father's personal archives to the museum. They will also be able to speak with Florent Plana, project partner and liaison with the Taylor family, as well as with filmmaker Joey Van Meesen, author of the documentary featured in the exhibition.

Get a sneak peek at the exhibition

Before its official opening to the public, the Sergeant Taylor exhibition will be accessible during two exceptional sessions by reservation. A unique opportunity to discover a preview of the images, archives, and personal belongings gathered around the only cameraman to have filmed the landing on Omaha Beach.

Exchanges between the public and the speakers

Jennifer Taylor, Florent Plana and Joey Van Meesen will be available to the public for a Q&A session.

• 18:30 - Historical introduction and presentation of the project by its stakeholders
• 19:30 and 19:45 AM - Preview of the exhibition (reservation required)
• From 19 hours - Discussions with the participants
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