D-Day Invasion(Sea)
AKA Operation Overlord
Event Information
D-Day
Allies invade Western Europe by way of land, sea, and air.
"Largest amphibious attack in history"
When?
Tuesday, Jun 6, 1944, 06:30 AM
Where?
Normandy
Nations Involved
Allies: United Kingdom, Canada, and the U.S. launch attack against Nazi Germany
Dwight D. Eisenhower
A supreme commander of the Allies during WWII, led Operation Overlord
Bernard Montgomery
Served under Eisenhower and was still one of the most decorated military leaders, suggested eight rather than three divisions which was a key factor to the victory in Germany
Adolf Hitler
Leader of Nazi Party, led Germany to defeat in both Operation Overlord and WWII
Goals of Battle
Successfully attack "Fortress Europe" from land, sea, and air.
Outcome and Impact
The Allies successfully invade Normandy, inevitably leading to Germany's defeat.