D-Day: 24 Hours To Go (Episode 3)
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Strategic Planning and Challenges Before D-Day
The chapter explores the strategic differences between the Allies and Germans prior to D-Day, discussing General Eisenhower's speech, lack of coherent strategy on the German side, and the chaos within German leadership. It covers topics such as coordinating air forces, timing the tide, and weather conditions, highlighting the importance of thorough planning. The chapter also analyzes the significance of air superiority, the intense bombing campaign, and strategic challenges faced by the Germans due to distance and supply lines to Normandy.
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