

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)


Marine Robert Casson, EX/3236, R.M. Commando, HQ 4 S.S. Bde.
By John and Mary Holland
United Kingdom

Private Joseph Casson, 14674155, 9th Battalion, Durham Light Infantry
By John and Mary Holland
United Kingdom

Major Peter Marriot Raleigh Scott MC*, of the 4th County of London Yeomanry, R.A.C.
By Philip Baldock
United Kingdom

Lance Bombardier James Herbert Ashdown, 14594794, 9th (Medium) Regiment, Royal Artillery
By Philip Baldock
United Kingdom

Bernard Francis "Frank" Courtney - Olympian
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