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1/72 Pegasus Bridge D.Day Italeri 6194
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On the night between 5th and 6th June 1944, during the early stages of the Operation Overlord the 6th British Airborne Division received the goal to capture and control the movable bridge that crossed the Orne River near the city of Ouistreham in Normandy. The control of the bridge, renamed in code ?Pegasus? was a key point to make secure the eastern flank of the operational scenario and to prevent German armour troops counterattack that could reach the Allied landing area at Sword beach. The British paratroopers, in Horsa gliders, landed near the bridge and, thanks to a rapid and effective action, defeated the German troops that defended the bridge. Even today the Pegasus Bridge is a point of reference for all those who visit the most significant places of ?Overlord?.
| Weight | 1680 g |
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Bob Hughes (verified owner) –
As this is a Christmas Present, I’ve not yet built it. The plastic parts (figures and vehicles) are moulded to the high standards we expect, but the laser-cut plywood bridge frets are in a class of their own! Exceptional; I pushed on part out as a check; no problem at all – and the location tab system bodes well for an accurate build. A work of art in its own right – but looking forward to the build (Christmas Morning)…