Overlord (operation)

Operation Overlord was the code name for the Allied invasion of Normandy during World War II, beginning on June 6,, 1944 (D-Day). It was a massive military effort involving thousands of ships, aircraft, and soldiers from multiple countries. The goal was to open a Western front against Nazi Germany by landing forces on heavily fortified beaches in France. This operation marked a turning point in the war, enabling the Allies to begin liberating Western Europe from Nazi control. It involved complex planning, deception strategies to mislead the Germans, and coordinated assaults under challenging conditions, ultimately leading to the liberation of occupied territories.