The D-Day: The Allied Invasion Of France

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D-Day was truly a day which will never be forgotten. The Allied invasion of France on June 6, 1944 is known for being the largest amphibious assault in history. Codenamed Operation Overlord, the battle began on June 6, 1944. Commanding this invasion named Operation Overlord was General Dwight D. Eisenhower. There was a lot of planning that led up to the invasion of Normandy. Many different tactics and strategies were introduced during this battle many of which are still studied today. The Normandy landings signify the beginning of the end of war in Europe. D-Day dealt a significant psychological blow to the Nazis and ultimately led to Allied victory. There were many people involved in the strategic planning of the D-Day invasion and the effects

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