Airborne Museum

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Photo "Airborne Museum" by Jarosław Baranowski (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Jarosław Baranowski (CC BY-SA)

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On D-Day, John M.Steele, one of the mortar platoon of the 505 PIR of the US 82nd Airborne had his chute snag on the church tower as he descended. Here he hung during the battle, watching helplessly as his colleagues fought below. This scene was famously reenacted in the film "The Longest Day", and a manequin now hangs from the church in Ste Mere Eglise depicting the event

Sainte-Mere-Eglise Church

4.5/5(83 reviews)

Sainte-Mere-Eglise Church is just one of the places to see in Sainte-Mere-Eglise, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the gardens or discover the countryside in this relaxing area.

Sainte-Mere-Eglise Church
This 21cm Skoda canon of the “Crisbecq Battery” had a range of more than 30 kilometres. On D-day

Crisbecq Battery

You can learn about the history of Saint-Marcouf when you stop by Crisbecq Battery. Wander the gardens or discover the countryside in this relaxing area.

Crisbecq Battery

Cotentin Farm Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Cotentin Farm Museum during your trip to Sainte-Mere-Eglise. Wander the gardens or discover the countryside in this relaxing area.

Cotentin Farm Museum

La Fiere Bridge and Iron Mike Monument

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Find out about the history of Sainte-Mere-Eglise when you spend time at La Fiere Bridge and Iron Mike Monument. Wander the gardens or discover the countryside in this relaxing area.

La Fiere Bridge and Iron Mike Monument

Azeville Gun Battery

You can learn about the history of Azeville with a visit to Azeville Gun Battery. Wander the gardens or discover the countryside in this relaxing area.

Azeville Gun Battery

Ecausseville Airship Hangar

Learn about the local history of Ecausseville when you take a trip to Ecausseville Airship Hangar. Wander the gardens or discover the countryside in this relaxing area.

Ecausseville Airship Hangar

Best Lodging Options Near Airborne Museum

Hotel Le Sainte Mere

Hotel Le Sainte Mere

3 out of 5
8 Rue Richedoux, Sainte-Mere-Eglise, Manche
Hotel Le Sainte Mere
La Suite

La Suite

29 Rue Général de Gaulle, Sainte-Mere-Eglise, Manche
La Suite
Demeure Avec Spa, Espace Jeu, Babyfoot, Idéal Pour les Familles

Demeure Avec Spa, Espace Jeu, Babyfoot, Idéal Pour les Familles

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Demeure Avec Spa, Espace Jeu, Babyfoot, Idéal Pour les Familles
House for 10 people in the center of Sainte Mère Eglise

House for 10 people in the center of Sainte Mère Eglise

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House for 10 people in the center of Sainte Mère Eglise
New Liberty - Belle maison en pierre 3 chambres

New Liberty - Belle maison en pierre 3 chambres

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New Liberty - Belle maison en pierre 3 chambres
Sainte Mère Eglise au 2 Bis le Vieux Chemin

Sainte Mère Eglise au 2 Bis le Vieux Chemin

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Sainte Mère Eglise au 2 Bis le Vieux Chemin
Charming Family Home with Garden near Historic Sainte-Mère-Église, Fully Equipped, Pet Friendly

Charming Family Home with Garden near Historic Sainte-Mère-Église, Fully Equipped, Pet Friendly

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Charming Family Home with Garden near Historic Sainte-Mère-Église, Fully Equipped, Pet Friendly
Le Pressoir Sainte mere Eglise

Le Pressoir Sainte mere Eglise

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Le Pressoir Sainte mere Eglise
La Maison de Lallier - à 35 min de Cherbourg

La Maison de Lallier - à 35 min de Cherbourg

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La Maison de Lallier - à 35 min de Cherbourg
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