D-Day Arrives Flashcards
0
Q
What was the effect of the storm?
A
No planes and ships.. Grounded
1
Q
What had the Allies done to interrupt German defense of Normandy?
A
Sabatoge
2
Q
What simple devices made Germans believe the landing was going to be at Calais?
A
Balloons
The commander in the base
3
Q
What city an state were honored by having Normandy landing beaches named after them?
A
Utah Omaha
4
Q
How long was it between the time of the first phone call to a general until Jodl was contacted?
A
50 miles
5
Q
Why did Jodl reject the sending of troops to Normandy?
A
Did not have approval
6
Q
How long was the invasion area?
A
.
7
Q
How many men and ships were involved?
A
150,000 men
5300 ships
8
Q
What were two nicknames given V-1s?
A
Brzz bombs
Doodle bag
9
Q
What was the fastest airplane used in the way?
A
ME- 262
