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LSTs were a vital component of landings in all corners of the world—like these in England, being loaded with railroad cars destined for Normandy. (U.S. Coast Guard/National Archives)
U.S. Coast Guard/National Archives
LSTs were a vital component of landings in all corners of the world—like these in England, being loaded with railroad cars destined for Normandy. (U.S. Coast Guard/National Archives)
U.S. Coast Guard/National Archives