WW2 Royal Navy H.M.S ENTERPRISE cap tally.
WW2 Royal Navy H.M.S ENTERPRISE cap tally, good early gold wire example , tally is the original length.
Overview
HMS Enterprise - Battle of Normandy
During World War II, HMS Enterprise served in various locations including the Atlantic, the Mediterranean, and the Pacific. She was involved in escort duties, the Norwegian Campaign, and Operation Catapult in the Mediterranean. Later, she supported the D-Day landings in Normandy.
Here's a more detailed breakdown:
Atlantic Patrols:
At the start of the war, HMS Enterprise was involved in Atlantic patrols and escort duties, including transferring gold bullion to Canada.
Norwegian Campaign:
She supported the British Army in Norway, participating in bombardments around Narvik and evacuating Norwegian assets.
Mediterranean:
She joined Force H and took part in negotiations with the French Navy and Operation Catapult at Mers-el-Kébir.
Normandy Landings:
In 1944, she was part of the A-bombing force for Operation Neptune (part of D-Day) and provided fire support for the Allied landings in Normandy, particularly around Utah Beach and the advance on Caen.
Other Operations:
HMS Enterprise also participated in other operations, including escorting convoys and undertaking other patrol duties.
Code: 64917