The WW2 Podcast 93 - D-Day: The British Beach Landings
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Jun 15, 2019 Join battlefield guide John Sadler, an expert on the D-Day Beaches and author of 'D-Day: The British Landings,' as he delves into the British and Canadian landings on June 6, 1944. Discover the meticulous preparations and strategic deception that shaped the invasion, alongside the logistical hurdles faced by troops crossing the English Channel. Hear thrilling stories of heroism, the complex role of airborne forces, and the impact on French civilians. Explore key landmarks like Pegasus Bridge, linking history with today's remembrance.
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Massive British-Canadian D-Day Build-Up
- The British and Canadians landed more men on D-Day than the Americans despite Omaha's notoriety.
- Britain's small size made the huge build-up a logistical titanic undertaking.
German Focus Misdirected by Deception
- German focus on the Pas de Calais meant they missed the Normandy fleet buildup.
- Effective Allied deception made Germans expect a deep water harbor assault elsewhere.
British Use of Specialized Tanks
- British landings used advanced specialized tanks, unlike the Americans' frontal assault at Omaha.
- British planning focused on clearing strong points to allow rapid inland advances.