D-Day invasion
Definition
The D-Day invasion refers to the Allied forces' massive amphibious assault on the beaches of Normandy, France on June 6, 1944. It marked a crucial turning point in World War II by opening up a new front against Nazi Germany.
Analogy
Imagine you and your friends planning a surprise attack on your classmate's house. You coordinate with your friends to storm their front door simultaneously from different sides of the house. This surprise attack catches them off guard, just like how the Allies surprised the Germans with their coordinated invasion from multiple beachheads during D-Day.
Related terms
Operation Overlord: The code name for the overall plan of the D-Day invasion.
Normandy: The region in northern France where the D-Day invasion took place.
Allies: Refers to the coalition of countries that fought against Axis powers (Germany, Italy, Japan) during World War II.
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