Battle of the Scheldt, Antwerp 1944

Entry of Canadians into Valenciennes - Crossing the Scheldt Canal under heavy fire

Forces of the Royal Hamilton Light Infantry , part of the 2nd Canadian Infantry Division , move towards South Beveland during the Battle of the Scheldt

The Polish Air Force in the North-west Europe Campaign, 1944-1945 What the Spitfire dive-bombers could do. Explosions straddle German flak positions close to the shoreline on Walcheren Island, 30 October 1944. This attack, carried out by Spitfire XVIs of one of the squadrons of the No. 131 (Polish) Wing, was part of a sustained 'softening-up' campaign by No. 84 Group and the bomber forces in advance of an amphibious assualt on the fortified island.

The British Army in North-west Europe 1944-45 Oil being unloaded from the SS 'Fort Cataraqui' in the port of Antwerp, 30 November 1944. This was the first ship to berth at the port following the opening of the Scheldt Estuary.

Scouts of the en:Calgary Highlanders advancing north of Kapellen , October, 1944 . (L-R): Sergeant H.A. Marshall, Corporal S. Kormendy

Soldiers of the Royal Regiment of Canada rest in Blankenberge , September 1944.

How the Royal Navy Cleared the Scheldt To Antwerp. 20 To 30 November 1944, Antwerp. the Royal Navy Sweeping the Scheldt Channel Clear of Mines To Allow Access To Antwerp. The first coaster entering Antwerp Docks.

How the Royal Navy Cleared the Scheldt To Antwerp. November 1944, on Board a Byms and at Terneuzen and Antwerp. Minesweeping Operations in the River Scheldt To Allow Access Into Antwerp. Sailors hoisting up the float after a sweep had parted on an under-water obstruction.

How the Royal Navy Cleared the Scheldt To Antwerp. November 1944, on Board a BYMS and at Terneuzen and Antwerp. Minesweeping Operations in the River Scheldt To Allow Access Into Antwerp. Motor Minesweepers (MMS) shown at work sweeping the River Scheldt and entrances to Antwerp.

en:4th Canadian (Armoured) Division demonstrating the use of Lifebuoy en:flame throwers across a canal, Balgerhoeke, October en:1944 .

Churchill tanks of 34th Tank Brigade cross a temporary bridge in Roosendaal , Netherlands.