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D-Day: was Churchill really against the operation?

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Churchill's Perspectives and Actions Leading Up to D-Day

The chapter explores Winston Churchill's skepticism and ultimate understanding of the importance of reentering Europe during D-Day despite reservations stemming from his experiences in the First World War. It delves into his desire to maintain Britain's global influence post-war, his complex relationships with key figures, concerns about French casualties, actions on D-Day itself, and the shifting power dynamics with the United States and the Soviet Union.

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