D-DayInvasion Anniversary
Marks the anniversary of the Allied D-Day invasion of Normandy on June 6, 1944, a pivotal operation in World War II.
On June 6, 1944, Allied forces launched Operation Overlord, the largest amphibious assault in history, landing on the beaches of Normandy, France. Over 156,000 troops from the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, and other nations took part in the landings. The operation began with extensive aerial and naval bombardment followed by beach assaults on five designated sectors: Utah, Omaha, Gold, Juno, and Sword. D-Day established a crucial foothold in Nazi-occupied Western Europe that ultimately led to the liberation of France and the defeat of Germany. The bravery of soldiers, airmen, and sailors on that day is commemorated by ceremonies at war cemeteries, memorials, and in educational events worldwide.
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