Bocage Breakthrough 44 Museum - St-Marin-des-Besaces

Bocage Breakthrough 44 Museum – St-Marin-des-Besaces

The Museum of La Percée du Bocage is a place of memory dedicated to the men who fought to liberate the Bocage during Operation Bluecoat (end of July / beginning of August 1944), the latter having led to the encirclement of the 7th German Army in the Falaise pocket in August 1944.

From an original presentation, this museum was born from the recognition that its founder, Jean Ménard, testifies to those who made the history of this period.

Operation Bluecoat: A major British success after the Landing.

Through eight museum spaces and a large sound and light model, relive thanks to numerous testimonies and objects the astonishing adventure of the British battles and the daily life of the inhabitants of Bocage during the Occupation period from 1939 to 1944. With the collections regularly enriched by veterans and their families, immerse yourself in the action of this feat of arms which has changed the course of history.

Special dates 2020: European Heritage Days in September.
76th anniversary of the Landing: June 1 to 7
Liberation Day: August 1 and 2, 2020 (Sports field)