6 juin 1944 - D-Day
Description:
156,000 American, British and Canadiantroops landed amidst stiff German resistance across five beaches in Normandy, codenamed Sword, Juno, Gold, Omaha, and Utah. The landings would become the largest amphibious invasion the world had ever seen, as another 5,000 ships, 11,000 aircraft, and 50,000 vehicles assisted the invasion force. Because the weather had been poor, the Germans were caught off guard, especially since they were expecting the invasion to occur at the shortest point across the English Channel. Following five days of intense fighting, Allied troops were able to unite all five beachheads and begin the advance across northern France. This is important because D-Day was one the biggest battles for Germany, with many many casualties.
Ajouté au bande de temps:
Date:
6 juin 1944
Maintenaint
~ Il y a 80 ans
