Storm and Assault Boats

[Hanno Spoelstra]

Originally Posted by Gretchen

We don't think these plywood boats are just laying around.

Gretchen,

Well it seems in France they do? See http://www.vehicules-militaires.com/...ieds&Itemid=48

Hope this helps,
Hanno

Barque-pont US
01-03-2010
Barque du génie en bois, double coque.
Très bon état.
500 kg environ.
Datée 1953.
500 euros.
Tél.: 0675517099

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[Hanno Spoelstra]

Some more Life Magazine pictures:

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Attack In Holland: British infantrymen unfold their wood and canvas assault boats and prepare to make a dash across the Wessem Canal under heavy German mortar fire during attack in Holland