It was, indeed, quite a close call on Omaha beach. Utah wasn't much better, but there was at least one beach where we (the Allies) caught the Germans with their pants down. I recall reading a book about the invasion, and one of the beaches warranted about two pages' worth of attention. I think maybe three shots were fired against the Allies on that beach. Regardless, every man who stepped into the landing craft is a hero in my opinion.
It was, indeed, quite a close call on Omaha beach. Utah wasn't much better, but there was at least one beach where we (the Allies) caught the Germans with their pants down. I recall reading a book about the invasion, and one of the beaches warranted about two pages' worth of attention. I think maybe three shots were fired against the Allies on that beach. Regardless, every man who stepped into the landing craft is a hero in my opinion.
ReplyDeleteYes they are, every single one.
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