D-Day: The Normandy Invasion

The Greatest Military Operation in History

A Turning Point in World War II

D-Day, the invasion of Normandy on June 6, 1944, remains one of the most significant military operations in history. It was the culmination of years of planning and preparation, and marked a turning point in World War II. The invasion was a massive undertaking involving over 156,000 troops from the United States, Britain, and Canada, as well as support from Free French forces.

The invasion was planned and executed by General Dwight D. Eisenhower, who had been appointed Supreme Allied Commander in Europe in 1943. He oversaw the massive undertaking, which involved coordinating troops, ships, and aircraft from different nations. The invasion was divided into two main phases: the initial landings on the Normandy beaches, followed by the establishment of a beachhead and the breakout into mainland Europe.

The invasion itself was a massive success, with the Allies gaining a foothold in Normandy and establishing a beachhead. However, the fighting was fierce, and the Allies suffered heavy losses. The battle for Normandy continued for over two months, as the Allies slowly pushed inland against strong German resistance. Eventually, the Allies broke out of Normandy and liberated the rest of France, leading to the eventual defeat of Germany in 1945.