Richards, Anthony
D-Day and Normandy: A Visual History
- ISBN 13:
- 9781912423217
- author:
- Richards, Anthony
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Imperial War Museum
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 232
- Dimensions:
- 27.8 x 23.4 x 1.6 centimetres (1
- Genre:
- History, Military History, World War II,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
D-Day and Normandy: A Visual History by Anthony Richards The hours before dawn on June 6, 1944, marked the beginning of an unprecedented invasion. The Allies' long-awaited D-Day operation had finally commenced, with an assemblage of men, weapons, and machines at its core. This pivotal moment in history was accompanied by a mix of careful planning and uncertainty. The Imperial War Museum's unparalleled collections provide the foundation for this richly illustrated account. Through images of artifacts, documents, period photographs, and art, the invasion and its aftermath are reconstructed. Eyewitness accounts bring the drama and danger of D-Day to life, reminding us that even with meticulous preparation, the outcome was far from certain. This book offers a powerful commemoration of one of the most significant days in modern history, providing a unique perspective on the events that shaped the world.