Renowned historian Stephen Ambrose unveils a staggering revelation: the meticulously crafted plan for the June 1944 invasion of France had to be discarded before the first shot echoed. This comprehensive history of D-Day exposes the courage of ordinary citizen soldiers—junior officers and enlisted men—who seized the initiative to defy Hitler's Atlantic Wall when they realized that reality didn't match their expectations.
Ambrose masterfully retells the riveting battles of Omaha and Utah beaches, drawing from exclusive interviews with surviving veterans, government archives, and other sources that have recently come to light. With commendable depth and insight, this remarkable historical account captures the essence of those pivotal moments. "A magnificent history..." praised John Keegan. Illustrated with black and white photos, this 655-page hardcover is a testament to the resilience and determination of those who shaped history.
