D-Day hero sculptures go on display at Fort Nelson as part of new Portsmouth exhibition

Silhouettes of soldiers and personnel who served their country during D-Day have been put on display at a poignant exhibition.

The presentation, D-Day: A Portsmouth Story, can be explored at Fort Nelson in Portsdown Hill Road since it was launched on Friday, May 24 . A timeline showcasing the planning of Operation Overlord, the events of the Normandy Landings and the aftermath of the event in Portsmouth is also on display.

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The 10 laser-cut silhouettes were created by Standing With Giants, and will take pride of place at the museum for 14 weeks.

Here are 19 striking pictures from the new exhibition:

13. D-Day: A Portsmouth Story at Fort Nelson

Pictured is: Albert Frederick Tozer was a navigator 106 Squadron who dropped chaff on german radar positions to disable them. Picture: Keith Woodland (260521-41) Photo: Keith Woodland