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A fully operational Second World War vehicle that was used for the invasion of Normandy in June 1944 has been lovingly restored ahead of the 80th anniversary of D-Day next month. The amphibious ‘duck’ was proudly tested on the beaches and waves of Hunstanton in Norfolk to the amazement of the public enjoying the recent sunny spell. “It’s fantastic! I think the Normandy landings are a crucial part of our history,” said Kirk Paton, from Peterborough. “It’s a bit of nostalgia, but the men that died going on the beaches, it’s just a pity they couldn’t be here to see it,” said Brian Saunders, from …

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