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D-Day - British and Canadian troops landing - Juno Beach
British and Canadian 3rd Division troops land at Juno Beach. D-Day began on June 6th, 1944 at 6:30am and was conducted in two assault phases - the air assault landing of allied troops followed by an amphibious assault by infantry. The Normandy landings were the largest single-day amphibious actions ever undertaken, involving close to 400, 000 military and naval personnel"
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Juno Beach, Normandy, June 6, 1944: A Momentous Day in World War II History This evocative black-and-white photograph captures the spirit of determination and bravery as British and Canadian troops make their way ashore at Juno Beach during the D-Day landings on June 6, 1944. The largest single-day amphibious operation in history, D-Day marked the beginning of the Allied invasion of Normandy, France, with close to 400,000 military and naval personnel involved. The operation, codenamed Neptune, commenced at 6:30 am with an air assault landing of Allied troops, followed by an amphibious assault by infantry. The Normandy landings were a pivotal turning point in World War II, signaling the start of the liberation of Western Europe from Nazi occupation. In this image, soldiers from the British 2nd and Canadian 3rd Divisions can be seen wading through the water, some clinging to ropes for support, while others carry bicycles and other equipment. Amphibious landing craft, known as DUKWs or "Dukes," can be seen in the background, providing essential support for the troops as they made their way ashore. The D-Day landings were a testament to the indomitable spirit and courage of the Allied forces, who faced numerous challenges and adversities to secure a foothold in Europe and ultimately, bring an end to the war. This photograph stands as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the brave men and women who fought for freedom and democracy during World War II.
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