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D-Day: Allied Invasion of Normandy
More than 156,000 Allied troops, including tens of thousands of Americans, stormed the beaches of Normandy, France, in the largest amphibious military operation in history. The invasion marked the beginning of the liberation of Western Europe from Nazi occupation.
Why It Matters
D-Day demonstrated America's willingness to sacrifice for the defense of democratic values abroad and stands as a testament to the courage and commitment of citizen-soldiers defending freedom.