D-Day (Normandy Invasion)

D-Day, on June 6, 1944, was a pivotal Allied invasion during World War II, designed to liberate Western Europe from Nazi control. Thousands of Allied soldiers landed on five beaches in Normandy, France, under a coordinated plan involving air, land, and sea forces. It marked the start of a major offensive that pushed German military forces back, ultimately leading to the defeat of Nazi Germany. The operation required precise planning, bravery, and sacrifices, and is considered a turning point in the war.