D-Day: The Invasion of Normandy

The Planning

The Allied forces had been planning the invasion of Normandy for months. They knew that it would be a difficult and dangerous operation, but they were determined to succeed. The invasion was given the code name "Operation Overlord."

The Landing

On the morning of June 6, 1944, the Allied forces began their assault on the beaches of Normandy. The landings were met with heavy resistance from the German forces, but the Allies eventually gained a foothold on the beaches.

The Battle

The battle for Normandy raged for weeks. The Allies slowly but surely pushed the Germans back, until they finally liberated Paris in August 1944. The invasion of Normandy was a turning point in World War II. It showed that the Allies were capable of defeating the German army, and it paved the way for the eventual Allied victory.

The Legacy

The invasion of Normandy is still remembered today as one of the most important events in World War II. It was a day of great courage and sacrifice, and it helped to change the course of history.