D-DAY MUSEUM Sainte-Marie-du-Mont

THEIR SACRIFICE OUR FREEDOM

GROUP AND SCHOOL VISITS AN EXCEPTIONALSITE A HISTORIC LANDMARK

JUNE 6, 1944 On the night of the 5th through to the 6th, on Utah Beach began with the paratroopers drops over . On the beach, naval and aerial bombing was organized to weaken enemy lines. At 6:30, American troops landed on the beach and faced German soldiers. In 45 min, soldiers reached the German bunkers and took the German soldiers as prisoners. In the confusion of the first hours of the landing, the Allies had come ashore two kilometers south of the planned landing point. Brigadier General Theodore Roosevelt Jr made the decision to engage in combat, with his men, on the advance inland.

By nightfall of June 6 1944, 23,000 men had landed on Utah Beach. THE STORY OF THE MUSEUM

6 JUIN 2011 In 2007, David and Gene Dewhurst visit the Utah Beach D-Day Museum on a family trip. In an exhibit, they recognize a photo of their father, Major David Dewhurst, posing at the foot of his B-26 Marauder with his crew and learn that he was a decorated squadron JUNE 6, 2014 commander, who courageously led the final bombing JUNE 6, 1962 run on the German stronghold WN5, moments before During the 70th anniversary of d-day, exceptional Elected mayor of Sainte-Marie-du-Mont in 1949, Michel the Allied landing at Utah Beach. Inspired by their visit, commemorations were organized at Utah Beach with de Vallavieille is deeply committed to remembering the brothers decide to spearhead the major renovation the presence of veterans, and also American, French, and expansion project that had been under review D-Day and commemorating the Allies who came to German and Danish soldiers. For the ceremony in for several years. They go on to finance over a third liberate Europe. honor of the Danish soldiers, Queen Margrethe II of of this ambitious project. The Museum reopens with Denmark was present. In 1962, he decides to create the Utah Beach 23,000 square feet of gallery space showcasing the D-Day Museum as a living expression of the town’s extraordinary success of one of the most complex appreciation and gratitude for the Allies’ sacrifices. military operations of the WWII.

UTAH BEACH D-DAY MUSEUM RENDEZ-VOUS WITH HISTORY

LANDING CRAFT B26 FILM GIFT SHOP True symbol of D-Day, an original Housed in a custom-built exhibit hall “Victory in the Sand” presents a dramatic Located in the Museum lobby, our « Higgins Boat » is displayed. They inspired by WWII aircraft hangars, overview of the bold Allied strategy and specialty gift shop offers a wide were used to land more than 23,000 discover an authentic B26 bomber the operation’s historic success. Winner selection of books and DVDs on World Allied soldiers on D-Day. “Marauder,” one of only three surviving of the 2013 CINE Special Jury Award for War II, souvenirs, clothing, as well as a examples of this aircraft in the world. Best Museum Documentary. variety of regional products. RELIVE D-DAY

I encourage everyone to visit the Utah Beach D-Day Museum and We visited with Normandy. It will change you. our seven-year old children. The staff at Utah Beach is to be commended You will never forget the All of us were for making this museum. sacrifices made so we can be free. completely a world-class museum that everyone David DEWHURST, Lieutenant-Gouverneur du Texas captivated by the should see one day. museum. Jack PORT, The museum is well designed, The collections are very Veteran, 4th Infantry well presented and the explanations moving, and respectful. are thorough. The Utah Beach Museum is stunning. The museum brings history to life. All Europeans should be able to learn about this history in this manner. No one can remain Août 2014, Tripadvisor It has become the most impassive, and the message lingers. The starting point for a deeper comprehensive location in Normandy understanding of the importance of these events? to experience D-Day. Septembre 2014, Tripadvisor Tim GRAY, Chairman WWII Foundation OUR Learn about the extraordinary story EXHIBITS of D-Day through our exhibits! THE AIR FORCES The Allied air forces are called upon to provide air support for both the naval forces and the landing forces. Waves of B26 bombers pound the enemy lines. Major David Dewhurst is squadron commander of one of these legendary planes; an original B26 is on display in the Museum’s hangar.

THE LAND FORCES THE GERMAN DEFENSES 23,000 men landed on Utah Beach on June 6, 1944. This gallery is located in one of the command bunkers of WN5, the German defensive position Brigadier General Roosevelt, cousin of President at Utah Beach. On this spot, Lieutenant Arthur Jahnke and his men prepare for a possible Allied Franklin Roosevelt, landed with the first assault wave invasion. This exhibit features German artifacts. at 6:30 A.M. He is 57 years old. With his soldiers, he came ashore on an LCVP landing barge of the NAVAL FORCES same type as the one displayed in the Museum. The 865 ships that make up Force “U” are deployed off the Normandy coast, preparing to attack German defenses on Utah Beach and to protect the Allied invasion force. On display is an original armored amphibious LVT2. JUNE 6, 1944 D-Day at Utah Beach: at 11:00 P.M. on June 5, the first Allied bombs began to fall near Saint Martin de Varreville. At 12:15 A.M., paratroopers began dropping behind enemy lines. Operation Overlord is underway. On the second floor of the Museum, the visitor discovers a spectacular panoramic view of Utah Beach in a gallery featuring numerous oral histories that bring to life all the complexities of Operation Overlord.

THE ARTIFICIAL PORT During the months following D-Day, the American forces develop an artificial harbor at Utah Beach in order to supply the Allied offensive until Cherbourg and its deep-water port can be liberated. From June to November 1944, 40% of the American troops, so 836.000 men, arriving in Normandy land at Utah Beach. ADULT Extend your visit GROUPS to Utah Beach ■ OUTDOOR ADVENTURE Visit the Utah Beach D-Day Museum + lunch at the “Roosevelt” + land sailing.

■ UTAH BEACH AND D-DAY EXPERIENCE Visit the Utah Beach D-Day Museum + lunch at “Les Ponts d’Ouve” in Saint Come du Mont + visit the D-Day Paratroopers Historical Center.

■ UTAH BEACH AND OPERATION NEPTUNE Visit the Utah Beach D-Day Museum + lunch at the “Pause Gourmande” in Sainte-Mère-Eglise + visit the Airborne Museum.

■ UTAH BEACH AND THE AMERICAN SECTOR GUIDED TOURS PRIVATIZATION Visit the Utah Beach D-Day Museum + lunch in Grandcamp Maisy + visit the Ranger ON RESERVATION OF EXHIBITIONS Monument and the Normandy American Cemetery at The Museum offers inside guided tours and Utah Beach The Museum has more than 3,000 square meters to . site guided tours. During this complete tour, discover host gala reception or corporate events (up to 100 the historic beach, the remains and monuments guests with seated reception and 800 guests for a honoring the memory of the soldiers. Accompanied by cocktail event). Give a historical theme to your venue our professional guides, relive the events that turned the or event. tide of war at Utah Beach and experience the emotion of walking in the footsteps of Europe’s liberators. SCHOOL GROUPS A dedicated interpretive program

ADAPTED GUIDED TOURS EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES Most of Utah Beach ON RESERVATION ■ Educational tools : adapted for school groups, the ■ Lunch room on reservation The Museum proposes inside guided tours and Utah educational tools help them to learn more about the events of ■ Parking for bus Beach site guided tours which are adapted for school D-Day through games and practical exercises. groups helping them to understand the landing on ■ Priority access ■ Educational booklets : adapted for elementary, middle and D-Day. high schools’ students, they are available for free download on our website. PREPARE YOUR VISIT

ADMISSION FEES : HOURS ADULT GROUPS* TRAVEL TIME WE ACCEPT Unguided visit...... 6,00€ from Utah Beach to… October to May...... 10 AM-6 PM Guided tour...... 7,50€ CREDIT CARDS June to september..... 9:30 AM-7 PM Omaha Beach...... 35 min Complete guided tour of Utah Beach ...... 10,00€ CASH Annual closure : Pointe du Hoc...... 30 min VOUCHERS 1st to 25th of December and SCHOOL GROUPS Caen...... 1:00 st * 1 of January Unguided visit...... 3,50€ € Paris...... 3:30 The reception desk closes Guided tour...... 5,00 € Cherbourg...... 40 min one hour beforehand Complete guided tour of Utah Beach ...... 7,50 Educational activities + guided tour of museum...... 7,50€ Time of visit : around 1h30-2h OFFERS 1 free entry for 20 paid persons admissions Free admission for tour leader** and bus driver

*minimum 20 persons. ** 1 tour leader for 8 students and 1 for 40 adults

Designated overnight parking area for RVs Picnic area available. (contact Utah Beach Campground for more information). CONTACTS

UTAH BEACH D-DAY MUSEUM 50480 SAINTE-MARIE-DU-MONT - Tel. +33 (0)2 33 71 53 35 www.utah-beach.com

HOW TO BOOK CONCEPTION GRAPHIQUE : Trois Petits Points Communication - 14790 Verson By phone : +33 (0)2 33 71 53 35 Tél. 02 31 06 18 82 - [email protected] By e-mail : [email protected] THEIR SACRIFICE OUR FREEDOM

50480 SAINTE-MARIE-DU-MONT www.utah-beach.com