World leaders, veterans mark D-Day’s 80th anniversary in France
9 months, 3 weeks ago

World leaders, veterans mark D-Day’s 80th anniversary in France

Al Jazeera  

This year’s commemoration of the key turning point in WWII carries special resonance with war still raging in Ukraine. “This event and day serve as a reminder of the courage and determination demonstrated in the pursuit of freedom and democracy,” Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said in a post on X, announcing his arrival to Thursday’s ceremonies in France. US President Joe Biden, French President Emmanuel Macron, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, Britain’s King Charles and Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, and many other political figures are taking part in the day of tributes, which started at about 08:30 GMT with a British ceremony in Ver-sur-Mer. Leading commemorations in Ver-sur-Mer, King Charles said that while the number of living veterans was dwindling, “our obligation to remember what they stood for and what they achieved for us all can never diminish”. “Our gratitude is unfailing, and our admiration eternal.” Taking a break from campaigning for Britain’s July 4 election, Sunak paid tribute to veterans, saying their “actions freed a continent and built a better world”.

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World War II veteran, 100, weds 96-year-old bride near D-Day beach
9 months, 3 weeks ago

World War II veteran, 100, weds 96-year-old bride near D-Day beach

Al Jazeera  

Harold Terens and Jeanne Swelin were later guests at a state dinner with French President Macron and US President Biden. But American World War II veteran Harold Terens and his sweetheart Jeanne Swerlin proved that love is eternal as they tied the knot near the D-Day beaches in Normandy, France. The location was the elegant stone-worked town hall of Carentan, …

At D-Day ceremony, American veteran hugs Ukraine’s Zelenskyy and calls him a savior
9 months, 3 weeks ago

At D-Day ceremony, American veteran hugs Ukraine’s Zelenskyy and calls him a savior

Associated Press  

OMAHA BEACH, France — An American veteran and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy shared an emotional moment at a ceremony to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the D-Day invasion to liberate France in World War II, each praising the other as a hero. When he met Zelenskyy, Hurwitz kissed the Ukrainian leader’s hand and pulled him in for an extended hug, …

D-Day – latest: Veteran warns ‘UK on a knife edge’ as Biden says world ‘won’t surrender’ at 80th anniversary
9 months, 3 weeks ago

D-Day – latest: Veteran warns ‘UK on a knife edge’ as Biden says world ‘won’t surrender’ at 80th anniversary

The Independent  

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Column: Biden's urgent D-day message — save democracy all over again
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Column: Biden's urgent D-day message — save democracy all over again

LA Times  

President Biden and First Lady Jill Biden lay a wreath in the Normandy American Cemetery following the ceremony to mark the 80th anniversary of D-day on Thursday. California Column: Trump’s pity party maligns America’s real darkest days It’s sad and scary that so many people can believe anything from Donald Trump’s mouth when he contends his felony conviction marked the …

D-Day Veteran Shares Emotional Embrace With Zelensky: 'You Bring Tears To My Eyes'
9 months, 3 weeks ago

D-Day Veteran Shares Emotional Embrace With Zelensky: 'You Bring Tears To My Eyes'

Huff Post  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky shared an emotional moment with a World War II veteran during a ceremony commemorating the 80th anniversary of D-Day. “You’re the savior of the people, you bring tears to my eyes,” the unidentified U.S. veteran told Zelensky during the ceremony in Normandy, France on Thursday. Video of the event shows the veteran in his wheelchair shake …

They did not flinch – and we salute them for that
9 months, 3 weeks ago

They did not flinch – and we salute them for that

The Independent  

They did not want to be treated as heroes, and insisted they were merely doing their duty. The greatest amphibious operation the world has seen involved 156,000 seaborne and airborne troops from Britain, the United States and Canada landing in Normandy on 6 June 1944, marking the start of Operation Overlord. In an echo of his grandfather George VI’s stirring …

A 102-year-old World War II veteran dies en route to D-Day commemorations in Europe and is mourned
9 months, 3 weeks ago

A 102-year-old World War II veteran dies en route to D-Day commemorations in Europe and is mourned

Associated Press  

A World War II Navy veteran was being mourned Thursday following his death while en route to France to commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day, a trip friends said he’d talked excitedly about making. Robert “Al” Persichitti of Fairport, New York fell ill during a stop in Germany last week and died in a hospital, his longtime priest and friend, …

Biden calls for solidarity with Ukraine at D-Day anniversary ceremony near the beaches of Normandy
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Biden calls for solidarity with Ukraine at D-Day anniversary ceremony near the beaches of Normandy

Associated Press  

COLLEVILLE-SUR-MER, France — President Joe Biden marked the 80th anniversary of D-Day on Thursday by pledging “we will not walk away” from Ukraine, drawing a direct line from the fight to liberate Europe from Nazi domination to today’s war against Russian aggression. “If we were to do that, it means we’d be forgetting what happened here on these hallowed beaches.” …

King Charles echoes his grandfather George VI as he pays tribute to D-Day veterans who faced 'supreme test' but 'did not flinch when the moment came' at 80th anniversary memorial service
9 months, 3 weeks ago

King Charles echoes his grandfather George VI as he pays tribute to D-Day veterans who faced 'supreme test' but 'did not flinch when the moment came' at 80th anniversary memorial service

Daily Mail  

King Charles has paid tribute to the 'remarkable wartime generation' who made the ultimate sacrifice to keep the world safe from tyranny on the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings. King Charles has paid tribute to the 'remarkable wartime generation' who made the ultimate sacrifice to keep the world safe from tyranny on the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings …

The Latest | D-Day's 80th anniversary brings World War II veterans back to the beaches of Normandy
9 months, 3 weeks ago

The Latest | D-Day's 80th anniversary brings World War II veterans back to the beaches of Normandy

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy World War II veterans are …

D-Day anniversary haunted by dwindling number of veterans and shadowed by Europe’s new war
9 months, 3 weeks ago

D-Day anniversary haunted by dwindling number of veterans and shadowed by Europe’s new war

Associated Press  

OMAHA BEACH, France — As young soldiers, they waded through breaking waves and gunfire to battle the Nazis. “If we were to do that, it means we’d be forgetting what happened here on these hallowed beaches.” As now-centenarian veterans revisited old memories and fallen comrades buried in Normandy graves, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s presence at the international D-Day commemoration fused …

The costs of World War II and the war in Ukraine fuse as Allies remember D-Day without Russia
9 months, 3 weeks ago

The costs of World War II and the war in Ukraine fuse as Allies remember D-Day without Russia

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Ever-dwindling numbers of World War II veterans who have …

Photos: World War II veterans honoured on D-Day’s 80th anniversary
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Photos: World War II veterans honoured on D-Day’s 80th anniversary

Al Jazeera  

The United Kingdom’s King Charles has expressed “eternal admiration” to the Allied soldiers that reached France by sea and air to drive out Nazi forces, as world leaders and veterans celebrated the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings. “We recall the lesson that comes to us again and again, across the decades: Free nations must stand together to oppose tyranny.” …

Biden pledges solidarity with Ukraine at D-day anniversary ceremony in Normandy
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Biden pledges solidarity with Ukraine at D-day anniversary ceremony in Normandy

LA Times  

French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife, Brigitte Macron, left, stand alongside President Biden and First Lady Jill Biden on a stage with World War II veterans at a D-day commemoration ceremony at the U.S. cemetery near Colleville-sur-Mer, France, on Thursday. President Biden marked the 80th anniversary of D-day on Thursday by pledging “we will not walk away” from Ukraine, …

King Charles III and Volodymyr Zelenskyy among world leaders to commemorate D-Day on Normandy beaches
9 months, 3 weeks ago

King Charles III and Volodymyr Zelenskyy among world leaders to commemorate D-Day on Normandy beaches

ABC  

In short: World leaders have travelled to northern France to commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day. King Charles III said while the number of living veterans was dwindling it was "our obligation to remember what they stood for and what they achieved for us all can never diminish". "Eighty years ago, on D-Day, the 6th of June 1944, our nation …

How D-Day veteran who brought Queen to tears with story of losing his childhood pal in the invasion joined the Navy aged just 17 years old to 'do his bit for King and Country'… and had NEVER revealed
9 months, 3 weeks ago

How D-Day veteran who brought Queen to tears with story of losing his childhood pal in the invasion joined the Navy aged just 17 years old to 'do his bit for King and Country'… and had NEVER revealed

Daily Mail  

He told the flag-waving crowd he was 'deeply honoured' to be part of proceedings on Southsea Common and said 'we will always remember those who served'. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak also gave an address at the event Dame Helen, 78, beckons to the crowd assembled on Southsea Common in Portsmouth The actress praised the assembled veterans for their bravery, saying: …

80 years after D-Day, France examines the trauma of Allied bombings
9 months, 3 weeks ago

80 years after D-Day, France examines the trauma of Allied bombings

Live Mint  

SAINT-LÔ, France—On the evening of June 6, 1944, U.S. Air Force bombers appeared in the skies over this town in Normandy, targeting a command center of the occupying German army. On Wednesday, the French president will commemorate the more than 50,000 civilians who died from American and British bombing during the war with a speech in Saint-Lô, which the Irish …

Reflections on war past and present permeate D-Day's 80th anniversary
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Reflections on war past and present permeate D-Day's 80th anniversary

NPR  

Reflections on war past and present permeate D-Day's 80th anniversary toggle caption Miguel Medina/AFP via Getty Images NORMANDY, France — The Normandy coast looks like a Hollywood movie set this time of year. “But we cannot let Russia do whatever it wants and get away with this.” toggle caption Eleanor Beardsley/NPR This year, Ukrainian flags fly along with the Allied …

Eighty years on, British D-Day veterans sail to Normandy once again
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Eighty years on, British D-Day veterans sail to Normandy once again

Hindustan Times  

By Elizabeth Pineau and Gerhard Mey Eighty years on, British D-Day veterans sail to Normandy once again OUISTREHAM, France/PORTSMOUTH, England - British veterans sailed on Tuesday to Normandy where, 80 years ago this week, they fought to liberate France as part of D-Day, preparing to taking part in ceremonies marking a major turning point of World War Two. 'REMEMBER' Earlier …

The last WWII vets converge on Normandy for D-Day and fallen friends and to cement their legacy
9 months, 3 weeks ago

The last WWII vets converge on Normandy for D-Day and fallen friends and to cement their legacy

Associated Press  

OMAHA BEACH, France — Under their feet, the sands of Omaha Beach, and in their rheumy eyes, tears that inevitably flowed from being on the revered shoreline in Normandy, France, where so many American young men were cut down 80 years ago on D-Day. “They probably wouldn’t be here if we hadn’t be successful,” said Llilburn “Bill” Wall, who flew …

The few: How last of surviving D-Day veterans are heading to Normandy for 80th anniversary but dwindling numbers mean this year is final major milestone for those who fought in 1944
9 months, 3 weeks ago

The few: How last of surviving D-Day veterans are heading to Normandy for 80th anniversary but dwindling numbers mean this year is final major milestone for those who fought in 1944

Daily Mail  

The last of the surviving D-Day veterans are heading to Normandy for the 80th anniversary commemorations but dwindling numbers mean this year is the last major milestone for those who fought in 1944. D-Day veteran Albert Keir, 98, from Bakewell, Derbyshire, watches from the deck of the Brittany Ferries ship Mont St Michel as it sails out of Portsmouth Harbour …

Centenarian veterans are sharing their memories of D-Day, 80 years later
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Centenarian veterans are sharing their memories of D-Day, 80 years later

Associated Press  

BENOUVILLE, France — World War II veterans from the United States, Britain and Canada are in Normandy this week to mark 80 years since the D-Day landings that helped lead to Hitler’s defeat. Very emotional but important.” FRED TAYLOR Standing this week on what, on D-Day, were the blood-soaked sands of Omaha Beach, World War II fighter pilot Fredric Taylor …

With time short, veterans seize the chance to keep their D-Day memories alive for others
9 months, 3 weeks ago

With time short, veterans seize the chance to keep their D-Day memories alive for others

Associated Press  

LONDON — Ken Hay’s part in the invasion of Normandy lasted just a few weeks, but he wants to make sure the experiences of those who fought and died to end the Nazi grip on Europe live forever. He said his outreach isn’t to glorify war but to leave the message that “there must be a way, other than war, …

Remembering D-day: Facts and figures about the invasion that changed the course of World War II
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Remembering D-day: Facts and figures about the invasion that changed the course of World War II

LA Times  

American soldiers and supplies arrive on the shore of the French coast of German-occupied Normandy during the Allied D-day invasion on June 6, 1944, in World War II. The June 6, 1944, D-day invasion of Nazi-occupied France was unprecedented in scale and audacity, using the largest-ever armada of ships, troops, planes and vehicles to punch a hole in Adolf Hitler’s …

‘Nobody told us where we were going,’ recalls D-Day veteran Alec
9 months, 3 weeks ago

‘Nobody told us where we were going,’ recalls D-Day veteran Alec

The Telegraph  

The Rev Mandy Reynolds, chaplain of the Spirit of Normandy Trust, led the service and explained how the wreath was an act of remembrance for all those who did not make it. We remember all those who were lost at sea.” Ms Reynolds added: “It’s very poignant for the veterans because although we are celebrating them while we are here, …

As their time runs short, D-Day veterans try to keep their memories alive for others
9 months, 3 weeks ago

As their time runs short, D-Day veterans try to keep their memories alive for others

NPR  

As their time runs short, D-Day veterans try to keep their memories alive for others toggle caption Gareth Fuller/AP LONDON — Ken Hay's part in the invasion of Normandy lasted just a few weeks, but he wants to make sure the experiences of those who fought and died to end the Nazi grip on Europe live forever. Sponsor Message Breaking …

Remembering with sadness, the British D-Day veterans recall the war they saw and knew
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Remembering with sadness, the British D-Day veterans recall the war they saw and knew

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The British D-Day veterans who …

Dozens of D-Day veterans recall their 'sad memories' as they gather at invasion planning HQ to mark the 80th anniversary of the Normandy landings
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Dozens of D-Day veterans recall their 'sad memories' as they gather at invasion planning HQ to mark the 80th anniversary of the Normandy landings

Daily Mail  

D-Day veterans have spoken of their 'sad memories' as they gathered to mark the 80th anniversary of the Normandy landings at the headquarters where the largest amphibious invasion in military history was planned. Around 40 veterans met at Southwick House, near Portsmouth, which was the headquarters of Supreme Allied Commander General Dwight Eisenhower. George Chandler, from Burgess Hill, West Sussex, …

French children hail D-Day veterans as heroes as they arrive in Normandy for anniversary events
9 months, 3 weeks ago

French children hail D-Day veterans as heroes as they arrive in Normandy for anniversary events

Associated Press  

DEAUVILLE AIRPORT, France — ‘’To our forever heroes: Thank you’’ — those words inscribed by French schoolchildren on a big poster greeted dozens of U.S. World War II veterans, many in their 100s, as they arrived on Monday in Normandy to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings. France’s first lady Brigitte Macron and top French officials met the …

French children hail D-Day veterans as heroes as they arrive in Normandy for anniversary events
9 months, 3 weeks ago

French children hail D-Day veterans as heroes as they arrive in Normandy for anniversary events

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy ‘’To our forever heroes: Thank …

Remembering D-Day: Key facts and figures about the invasion that changed the course of World War II
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Remembering D-Day: Key facts and figures about the invasion that changed the course of World War II

New Indian Express  

OMAHA BEACH: The June 6, 1944, D-Day invasion of Nazi-occupied France was unprecedented in scale and audacity, using the largest-ever armada of ships, troops, planes and vehicles to punch a hole in Adolf Hitler's defenses in western Europe and change the course of World War II. More than 2 million Allied soldiers, sailors, pilots, medics and other people from a …

D-Day 80th anniversary: American veterans to be feted in France
9 months, 3 weeks ago

D-Day 80th anniversary: American veterans to be feted in France

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — Hilbert Margol says he didn’t look on himself as a hero when his U.S. Army artillery unit fought its way across Europe during World War II. But he will be feted in France as one of 60 American veterans of that conflict traveling to Normandy to mark the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings. World War II veteran …

A mass parachute jump over Normandy kicks commemorations for the 80th anniversary of D-Day
9 months, 3 weeks ago

A mass parachute jump over Normandy kicks commemorations for the 80th anniversary of D-Day

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Parachutists jumping from World War …

WWII veterans arrive in France ahead of D-Day commemoration
9 months, 3 weeks ago

WWII veterans arrive in France ahead of D-Day commemoration

NPR  

WWII veterans arrive in France ahead of D-Day commemoration World War Two veterans are arriving in France ahead of the 80th anniversary of D-Day. ELEANOR BEARDSLEY, BYLINE: Cheers resounded in terminal 2C of Charles de Gaulle Airport as 66 World War II veterans were wheeled from the plane one by one. BEARDSLEY: Brown was part of the Red Ball Express, …

World War II veterans take off for France for 80th anniversary of D-Day
9 months, 4 weeks ago

World War II veterans take off for France for 80th anniversary of D-Day

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy More than 60 veterans of …

World War II veterans take off for France for 80th anniversary of D-Day
9 months, 4 weeks ago

World War II veterans take off for France for 80th anniversary of D-Day

Associated Press  

DALLAS — More than 60 veterans of World War II took off Friday from Dallas to France, where they will take part in ceremonies marking the 80th anniversary of D-Day. The group will take part in a wreath-laying ceremony at Suresnes American Cemetery, visit the Eiffel Tower and join in a daily ceremony known as le Ravivage de la Flamme, …

A Jewish veteran from London prepares to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings
9 months, 4 weeks ago

A Jewish veteran from London prepares to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings

Associated Press  

LONDON — Even as he prepared to embark for the battlefields of Normandy, Pvt. A copy of a photograph of Mervyn Kersh D-Day veteran who fought in the Normandy Campaign, in his uniform, in London, Monday, April 8, 2024. Mervyn Kersh D-Day veteran who fought in the Normandy Campaign, at his home in London, Monday, April 8, 2024. Mervyn Kersh …

D-Day anniversary a time to reflect on security of Europe, says Lord Dannatt
11 months, 3 weeks ago

D-Day anniversary a time to reflect on security of Europe, says Lord Dannatt

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The 80th anniversary of D-Day is a time to reflect …

D-Day vets in Britain honor comrades as 13 names are added to a memorial
1 year, 1 month ago

D-Day vets in Britain honor comrades as 13 names are added to a memorial

Associated Press  

LONDON — With medals pinned to their chests, two D-Day veterans proudly represented their comrades as 13 new names were added Tuesday to a memorial wall in southern England that honors those who took part in the Normandy landings. British veterans Stan Ford and John Roberts and 11 others were added to the Normandy Memorial Wall at the D-Day Story …

France gets ready to say ‘merci’ to World War II veterans for D-Day’s 80th anniversary this year
1 year, 2 months ago

France gets ready to say ‘merci’ to World War II veterans for D-Day’s 80th anniversary this year

Associated Press  

PARIS — France is getting ready to show its gratitude toward World War II veterans who will return, many for the last time, to Normandy beaches this year for 80th anniversary commemorations of D-Day to mark the defeat of the Nazis. French President Emmanuel Macron said Friday that D-Day celebrations, alongside the Paris Olympics, will be “France’s rendezvous with the …

France gets ready to say 'merci' to World War II veterans for D-Day's 80th anniversary this year
1 year, 2 months ago

France gets ready to say 'merci' to World War II veterans for D-Day's 80th anniversary this year

The Independent  

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Normandy marks D-Day’s 79th anniversary, honors World War II veterans
1 year, 9 months ago

Normandy marks D-Day’s 79th anniversary, honors World War II veterans

Associated Press  

ON OMAHA BEACH, France — An overwhelming sound of gunfire and men’s screams. That’s how World War II veteran Marie Scott described D-Day, as Tuesday’s ceremonies got underway in honor of those who fought for freedom in the largest naval, air and land operation in history. People were dying in that moment.” Scott said she was “disgusted” that another war …

What does D-Day stand for and how is the Normandy landings anniversary marked?
1 year, 9 months ago

What does D-Day stand for and how is the Normandy landings anniversary marked?

Daily Mail  

The D-Day landings on June 6, 1944 were a triumph for Allied forces in World War Two and constitute one of the best remembered military operations of the conflict. A US landing barge packed with helmeted soldiers makes its way to the shore in Normandy on June 6, 1944 Dozens of ships line the coast off Omaha Beach in Normandy …

Normandy marks D-Day's 79th anniversary, honors WWII veterans
1 year, 9 months ago

Normandy marks D-Day's 79th anniversary, honors WWII veterans

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. That’s how World War II veteran Marie Scott described …

Normandy honors World War II veterans on D-day’s 79th anniversary
1 year, 9 months ago

Normandy honors World War II veterans on D-day’s 79th anniversary

LA Times  

U.S. veterans salute during a ceremony to mark the 79th anniversary of D-day at the American Cemetery in Colleville-sur-Mer, in Normandy, France. That’s how World War II veteran Marie Scott described D-day, as Tuesday’s ceremonies got underway in honor of those who fought for freedom in the largest naval, air and land operation in history. “People were dying in that …

‘It was tough': World War II veterans return to Utah Beach to mark D-Day’s 79th anniversary
1 year, 9 months ago

‘It was tough': World War II veterans return to Utah Beach to mark D-Day’s 79th anniversary

Associated Press  

ON UTAH BEACH, France — World War II veterans shared vivid memories of D-Day and the fighting as dozens returned to Normandy beaches and key battle sites to mark the 79th anniversary of the decisive assault that led to the liberation of France and Western Europe from Nazi control. Looking at the vastness of Utah Beach, its sand blowing in …

British D-Day veterans return to Normandy for 79th anniversary of the WW2 invasion
1 year, 9 months ago

British D-Day veterans return to Normandy for 79th anniversary of the WW2 invasion

Daily Mail  

A total of 11 British veterans gathered in Ver-sur-Mer in Normandy on Monday British D-Day veterans have received an emotional welcome today as they returned to France to mark the 79th anniversary of the Normandy landings. War heroes from the UK's armed forces travelled across the Channel for a gathering at the British Normandy Memorial in the town of Ver-sur-Mer, …

Navy veteran happy to see ‘so many people’ ahead of 79th anniversary of D-Day
1 year, 9 months ago

Navy veteran happy to see ‘so many people’ ahead of 79th anniversary of D-Day

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Navy veteran Ernie Davies has said how happy he was …

Remembering D-Day: Key facts and figures about epochal World War II invasion
1 year, 9 months ago

Remembering D-Day: Key facts and figures about epochal World War II invasion

Associated Press  

OMAHA BEACH, France — The D-Day invasion that helped change the course of World War II was unprecedented in scale and audacity. As veterans and world dignitaries commemorate the 79th anniversary of the operation, here’s a look at some details about what happened: WHO TOOK PART Nearly 160,000 Allied troops landed in Normandy on June 6, 1944. The operation also …

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