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Old 13-02-18, 21:14
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Default Sherman V Tank, COCK O'THE NORTH

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LCT 650 "6 Cherry":
  • Sherman V Crab
  • Sherman V Crab, T-148656
  • Sherman V Tank, COCK O'THE NORTH
  • Churchill AVRE SBG
  • Churchill AVRE
  • D7 Armoured Bulldozer
Sherman V, T-147976, "COCK O'THE NORTH", Turret No. 11, of "A" Sqn HQ, was the second Sherman gun tank to successfully reach the village. Like WOLF OF BADENOCH, Turret No.10, it played a considerable part in the Commando operations between 2-8 November. After the Operation, it was driven back to the other tanks left in Westkapelle, and abandoned.

Pictures taken on 31 July 1946:
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It's name "COCK O'THE NORTH" proudly displayed on the applique armour plate on the right hand sponson:
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The WD census number T-147976 and Turret Number 11 are clearly visible:
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