1st AND 2nd NORTHAMPTONSHIRE YEOMANRY 1939-1946

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The narrative details the formation and operations of the Northamptonshire Yeomanry during World War II, highlighting their division into two regiments in 1939. The 1st Northamptonshire Yeomanry remained in the UK and played a crucial role in the Coats Mission, while later participating in the Normandy Landings on D-Day. They supported infantry during key operations, including the battles around Caen, and were recognized for significant achievements, such as Joe Ekins' destruction of a top German tank commander. The regiment was later re-equipped for the Rhine crossing.