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80th Anniversary of D-day at Gold Beach
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Join hosts Scott and Jenn as they take you through a vivid recount of D-Day, focusing on the British assault on Gold Beach and the crucial role of Operation Overlord in liberating Europe from Nazi control.
The episode features insights into the strategic importance of securing key bridges, the challenges faced by Allied forces, and the emotional reflections of a British paratrooper and infantryman.
Jenn shares her personal experiences from attending the 80th-anniversary celebrations at Normandy, highlighting visits to prominent memorials such as the British Normandy Memorial and the Standing with Giants silhouettes. Discover the pivotal moments and heroic endeavors that paved the way for Allied victory in World War II.
π₯ History at Normandy France
π British Normandy Memorial, France
00:00 The Night Before D-Day
03:38 Introduction
04:34 80th Anniversary of D-Day at Gold Beach
07:22 Overview of the D-Day beaches
13:42 D-Day Landing at Gold Beach
16:09 The British Normandy Memorial
27:16 Standing with Giants
31:00 Liberating a town and what is next
34:47 Post show teaser of new projects
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