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« Thread Started on Jun 6, 2006, 5:58am » | |
Today, 6 June, is the 62nd anniversary of D-Day.
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Please bear in mind what happened today sixty-two years ago and, if you feel up to it, reflect upon those who lost their lives doing what they believed was right.
Some facts about D-Day:
Allied Commanders:
United States-Dwight D. Eisenhower
U.K. (land)-Bernard Montgomery
U.K. (sea)-Betram Ramsey
U.K. (air)-Trafford Leigh-Mallory
German Commanders:
Gerd von Runstedt
Erwin Rommel
Strengths:
Allies-326,000 men
Germany-Unknown
Casualties:
Allies:
53,700 dead
18,000 missing
155,000 wounded
Germany:
200,000 dead, wounded and missing
200,000 captured
If you have any questions about the battle, feel free to ask.
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