D-Day and Invasion of Normandy
Landing thousands of men on the beaches of Normandy, in the face of intense resistance, was the sum of an incredible amount of bravery, ambition and organisation. Despite the successes of D-Day, losses were heavy on land, sea and air. Tell us their stories. (Image © IWM A 23938)
Private Thomas Henry Crutchley, a Soldier from Bloxwich
By Gary Crutchley
United Kingdom
Private George Alfred Freeman, 2571722, 8th Battalion, Parachute Regiment, A.A.C.
By Anne Timms
United Kingdom
Lieutenant John Dunn - 'Proud to Serve'
By Pauline Rutherford
United Kingdom
Lieutenant Arthur Winterhalder - Grandfather killed in action on D-Day
By Juliet Davies
Belgium
British Home Child, Private Jack Cawthron, B/86847, The Highland Light Infantry of Canada
By Helen Richmond
United Kingdom
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