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Remembering D-Day 80 Years Later

The Art of Manliness

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Unveiling D-Day: Oral Histories and Operations

This chapter explores the creation of an oral history focused on D-Day, emphasizing the significance of personal narratives in capturing the emotional essence of this monumental event. It details the extensive research necessary for compiling around 5,000 oral histories, alongside the logistical complexities involved in orchestrating the invasion. The chapter also delves into the preparations led by figures like Winston Churchill and the ingenious engineering solutions, such as the creation of portable harbors, that were crucial to the success of D-Day.

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