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D-Day: The First 72 Hours

D-Day: The First 72 Hours

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The Allied invasion of occupied France began with the delivery of three airborne and six infantry divisions onto a 60-mile stretch of the Normandy coast. Operation Overlord, code-named, remains the largest amphibious invasion in history. This book covers the initial attacks made by airborne and special forces until all the beachheads were secured.

Format: Paperback / softback
Publication date: 02 May 2024
Publisher: The History Press Ltd


The Allied invasion of occupied France commenced with the deployment of three airborne and six infantry divisions onto a 60-mile stretch of the Normandy coast. This remarkable operation required an extensive array of over 1,200 transport aircraft, 450 gliders, 325 assorted warships, and over 4,000 landing vessels. Renamed Operation Overlord, this historic amphibious invasion stands as the largest in history. This captivating book delves into the unfolding narrative hour by hour, offering a firsthand account of the experiences of the Allied troops as they battled on the beaches. D-Day: The First 72 Hours specifically focuses on the initial attacks launched by airborne and special forces, culminating in the securement of all beachheads.


Dimension: 198 x 129 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781803996929
Edition number: New ed

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