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Normandy campaign

The Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition
Normandy campaign June to Aug., 1944, in World War II. The Allied invasion of the European continent through Normandy began about 12:15 descr='[AM]' on June 6, 1944 (D-day). The plan, known as Operation Overlord, had been prepared since 1943; supreme command over its execution was entrusted to Gen. Dwight D. Eisenhower. In May, 1944, tactical bombing was begun in order to destroy German communications in N France. Just after midnight on June 6, British and American airborne forces landed behind the German coastal fortifications known as the Atlantic Wall. They were followed after daybreak by... Read more
Normandy Campaign
World Encyclopedia Normandy Campaign Allied invasion of German-occupied France, launched on June 6, 1944 (D-Day). Commanded by Dwight Eisenhower , the invasion was the largest amphibious operation in history. The successful landings were the start of the final campaign of World War II in w Europe. Read more
Normandy
World Encyclopedia Normandy Region and former province of nw France, coextensive ... century. It was the seat of William, Duke of Normandy (later William I ), who invaded England in 1066. France recovered Normandy from the English in 1204. It was the site of the Normandy Campaign . It is characterized by forests, ... Read more

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