D-Day in History and Memory

D-Day in History and Memory
Author: Michael Dolski
Publisher: University of North Texas Press
Total Pages: 321
Release: 2014-03-15
Genre: History
ISBN: 1574415484

Over the past sixty-five years, the Allied invasion of Northwestern France in June 1944, known as D-Day, has come to stand as something more than a major battle. The assault itself formed a vital component of Allied victory in the Second World War. D-Day developed into a sign and symbol; as a word it carries with it a series of ideas and associations that have come to symbolize different things to different people and nations. As such, the commemorative activities linked to the battle offer a window for viewing the various belligerents in their postwar years. This book examines the commonalities and differences in national collective memories of D-Day. Chapters cover the main forces on the day of battle, including the United States, Great Britain, Canada, France and Germany. In addition, a chapter on Russian memory of the invasion explores other views of the battle. The overall thrust of the book shows that memories of the past vary over time, link to present-day needs, and also still have a clear national and cultural specificity. These memories arise in a multitude of locations such as film, books, monuments, anniversary celebrations, and news media representations.

Cross Channel Attack

Cross Channel Attack
Author: Gordon A. Harrison
Publisher: BDD Promotional Books Company
Total Pages: 552
Release: 1993-12
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780792458562

Discusses the Allied invasion of Normandy, with extensive details about the planning stage, called Operation Overlord, as well as the fighting on Utah and Omaha Beaches.

Omaha Beach and Beyond

Omaha Beach and Beyond
Author: John Robert Slaughter
Publisher: Zenith Press
Total Pages: 308
Release: 2009-11-08
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780760337349

Original publication and copyright date: 2007.

Allies in Memory

Allies in Memory
Author: Sam Edwards
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 313
Release: 2015-03-02
Genre: History
ISBN: 1107074576

A fresh perspective on World War II commemoration that identifies the central place of war memory in post-1945 transatlantic relations.

American Armies and Battlefields in Europe

American Armies and Battlefields in Europe
Author:
Publisher: Department of the Army
Total Pages: 610
Release: 2018-08-17
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780160945830

This volume was first published by the American Battle Monuments Commission in 1938 and was republished by CMH in 1992 to commemorate the American Expeditionary Forces' seventy-fifth birthday. American Armies and Battlefields in Europe, a facsimile edition to commemorate the seventy-fifth birthday of the American Expeditionary Forces, is a unique, illustrated volume that captures the AEF's lessons of battle during World War I. Based on the series of battlefield tours conducted for staff officers at General John J. Pershing's headquarters, the operational chapters describe the military situation, giving detailed accounts of actual fighting supported by maps and sketches, and a summary of events and service of combat divisions. Topical chapters on the Services of Supply, the U.S. Navy, military cemeteries and memorials, and other interesting and useful facts conclude the narrative. For scholars and students of the Great War, as well as veterans and their descendants wishing to find battle sites of long ago, this guidebook remains the most authoritative and easily usable source for visitors to the AEF's battlefields. The American Battle Monuments Commission, a small independent agency established by Congress in 1923 at the request of General John J. Pershing, is the guardian of America's overseas commemorative cemeteries and memorials. Its mission is to honor the service, achievements, and sacrifice of the United States armed forces. Related products: Check out our World War I resources collection here: https://bookstore.gpo.gov/catalog/world-war-i Other products produced by the U.S. Army, Center of Military History can be found here: https://bookstore.gpo.gov/agency/center-military-history-cmh

D-Day: The World War II Invasion That Changed History

D-Day: The World War II Invasion That Changed History
Author: Deborah Hopkinson
Publisher: Scholastic UK
Total Pages: 383
Release: 2019-01-03
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1407195298

An authentic account of one of the most pivotal battles of World War Two. The World War Two invasion known as D-Day was one of the largest military endeavours in history. It involved years of planning, total secrecy and not only soldiers but also sailors, paratroopers and many specialists. Acclaimed author Deborah Hopkinson weaves together the contributions of key players in D-Day in a masterful tapestry of official documents, personal narratives and archival photos to provide an action-packed and authentic account.