The Second World War arrived in South Devon in 1940.
The Air Ministry landed to survey the area with a view to establishing an Advanced Landing Ground high on a section of flat ground above Salcombe town.
The Aerodrome that was built became RAF Bolt Head and was active from 1941 until 1946.
Salcombe was an Advance Amphibious Base for the US Navy in September 1943. Over 100 vessels sailed from Salcombe on D Day on June 4, 1944 which landed on Utah beach. The landing stage at Mill Bay was also used to repair damaged landing craft.
This film takes a flight back in time which includes rare wartime footage from Salcombe in 1944.
With Thanks to my friend Terry Kent for the use of his film footage.
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