History Extra podcast D-Day: Land
Jun 5, 2024
Bestselling author and historian, Giles Milton, discusses the ground campaign on D-Day, exploring the experiences of British commandos and German tank commanders. The podcast delves into the aftermath of D-Day, challenges faced by Allied troops, camaraderie among soldiers, emotional experiences of soldiers during the invasion, and the human cost of D-Day.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
The Aftermath of D-Day and the Ground Campaign in Normandy
01:31 • 4min
Delay due to bad weather and camaraderie among soldiers
05:52 • 2min
A Glimpse into the Emotional and Terrifying Experiences of Soldiers during the D-Day Invasion
08:00 • 5min
Challenges and Realities of D-Day Assault
12:59 • 17min
Discussing the Human Cost of D-Day
30:29 • 3min