Le Havre was just coming back to life after being destroyed for its location as a gateway to the European theater in World War 2. Le Havre took a major hit when the Germans seized control, then suffered utter devastation when the Allies regained the stronghold.

Business “not as usual” in the heart of Le Havre proper.

Bernard McKenzie, June 26, 1945

 

German forts (pill boxes) at the harbor front. The Jerries at one time were very entrenched here.

Bernard McKenzie, Le Havre, France, June 26, 1945

 

Our bombers scored here.

Bernard McKenzie, Le Havre, France, June 26, 1945

 

Home was never like this. Thank God.

Bernard McKenzie, Le Havre, France, June 26, 1945

 

The “Ghost City” of Le Havre, France.

Bernard McKenzie, June 26, 1945