Hi Carman;
You had asked about what your Uncle Eddie would have been wearing/carrying on 6 Jun 44. I've given some examples in the attached photos:
# 1 - Regina Rifle Regiment troops prior to embarking in England for the invasion
# 2 - troops of Le Regiment de la Chaudiere moving towards their L.C.A. aboard L.S.I. - H.M.C.S.
Prince David - 6 Jun 44
# 3 - troops of the 1st Battalion, Canadian Scottish Regiment about to load unto their L.C.A. aboard L.S.I. - H.M.C.S.
Prince Henry - 6 Jun 44
You'll notice, they are from three different Regiments, but they are all basically dressed and carry the same equipment.
Cheers
