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History and Features

This section brings together in-depth articles devoted to the Second World War, with a particular focus on Normandy and the Manche region. Echoing the museum's exhibits, these articles shed light on the events, objects, and testimonies to better understand the context.

Operation Cobra during the Battle of the Hedgerows in Normandy

Operation Cobra: A decisive breakthrough in the Battle of Normandy

The summer of 1944 saw one of the most decisive American offensives of World War II unfold in Normandy. After weeks of grueling fighting […]

Jean Gabin in uniform alongside his crew in front of a tank of the 2nd Armored Division during World War II

Jean Gabin, the fighter: a commitment far from the film sets

On the occasion of the exhibition "Jean Gabin, war is not cinema", presented at Normandy Victory Museum, many visitors discovered a […]

Women in the war riveters at Douglas USA

Women in war

In every country, they rolled up their sleeves and, in addition to their domestic roles, performed important tasks in industry, fields, and […]