Royal Artillery

Northumbrian Gunners

Tuesday, 19 March 2013

Arnhem – Heelsum



To the south of the landing areas the village of Heelsum would be the start point for 3 Para (on route Tiger) and 2 Para (on route Lion) for their move on foot to the bridge. Also moving with the paratroopers was 1st Air landing anti-tank battery with 6 pounder guns.

Anti tank Gun Heelsum
 
6 pounder atnti-tank gun Heelsum

6 pounder anti tank guns en route to Arnhem September 1944