Sixty-six years ago, at 6:30 AM, 6 June 1944 the Alllied invasion of France commenced in Normandy to free Nazi occupied Europe.
160,000 troops landed on the five assault sectors now well-known by the world as Utah, Omaha, Gold, Juno and Sword.
They were supported by 195,700 naval and merchant personnel.
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This is a very nice post. My father was on Utah Beach and is still alive living near me. We all need to remember their service for our freedom. Thanks!
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