D-Day: The Allied Invasion of Normandy

Background

The Normandy landings were a series of military operations that took place on June 6, 1944, during World War II. The landings were part of the Allied invasion of Western Europe, which had been planned for months by the Allies. The goal of the landings was to establish a foothold in France and to open a new front against the German army.

The Landings

The landings began early on the morning of June 6, with paratroopers being dropped behind enemy lines. The main landings took place at five beaches along the Normandy coast: Utah, Omaha, Gold, Juno, and Sword. The landings were heavily contested, and there were heavy casualties on both sides. However, the Allies were eventually successful in establishing a foothold in France.

The Aftermath

The Normandy landings were a turning point in World War II. The Allies had finally gained a foothold in Europe, and the German army was slowly being pushed back. The landings also helped to boost morale among the Allies, who had been struggling against the Germans for much of the war.