D-day landings Flashcards
When did the D-day landings take place and where?
On June 6th, 1944, the largest seaborne invasion took place in Normandy, France, known as the D-day landings.
Allied forces landed on how many beaches? and what were they codenamed?
Allied forces landed on five beaches codenamed Utah, Omaha, Gold, Juno, and Sword.
How many soldiers, ….., and …… took place, and from what countries?
Over 156,000 soldiers, sailors, and airmen took place from the United States, Britain, and Canada.
What was the main goal of the operation (D-day)?
The main goal of the operation was to establish a foothold in Nazi-occupied Europe and begin the liberation of Western Europe from German control.
Despite facing …….. ……………. …….. …….,.. ……, the Allies were able to ……….. …….. ………… and …… ………. ………, making a …….. ….. .. … …. .
Despite facing heavy resistance from the German forces, the Allies were able to successfully establish beachheads and begin advancing inland, making a turning point in the war.
