Peace of 1783 : Normandy visits and celebrations

Saturday, September 6 :

• Queen Mathilde's Tapestry (14th century), 70 meters long, depicting the William the Conqueror invasion (1066) of England.
• Château de Balleroy, a magnificent example of French architecture by François Mansard.
• Concert and gala dinner reception by Comte de Kergorlay at château de Canisy.
  
  
  

Sunday September 7 :

• Sainte-Mère Église, first liberated town in Northern Europe (June 6 1944); Visit the American Airborne Museum, guided by SAR member Comte Jean d'Aigneaux, President of the Museum, past member of the County Council.
  
• Utah Beach, visit the site of the most successful D-Day landing.
  
• Pointe du Hoc, a great feat of the 2nd Rangers battalion that scaled the cliffs under enemy fire.
  
• Omaha Beach, explanations of the tragedy that occurred on D-Day at dawn.
• The beautiful American Cemetery at Colleville/Mer, visit the new Educational Center, followed by Taps and folding of the flag ceremony.