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D-Day: Land

History Extra podcast

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Delay due to bad weather and camaraderie among soldiers

The chapter explores the impact of poor weather conditions on the D-Day operation in May 1944, leading to frustration among General Eisenhower and the troops awaiting the liberation of France from the Nazis. It also delves into the camaraderie among soldiers before departure and the intensity of the atmosphere as they navigated rough seas towards their mission.

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