D-Day

The definitive account of D-Day from the author of international bestsellers Stalingrad and Berlin: D-Day by Antony Beevor is a landmark historical narrative that captures the epic scale and human cost of the Allied invasion of Normandy on 6 June 1944. Drawing from first-hand accounts, archival research, and a keen historian's eye, Beevor immerses readers in the gripping details of this pivotal moment in World War II.

The Normandy landings that unfolded on D-Day involved the largest invasion fleet ever assembled. With over 5,000 ships and nearly 160,000 troops from the Allied nations, the sheer magnitude of the operation was staggering. The aftermath was marked by intense and painstakingly strategic combat. As forces clashed with unparalleled ferocity, correspondingly high casualties strained relationships among the principal commanders on both sides.

In meticulous detail, Beevor delves into the complex interplay of personalities, tactical manoeuvres, and sheer determination that defined this momentous event. French civilians, tragically caught in the crossfire or under relentless Allied bombardment, endured heart-wrenching suffering. Even the long-awaited joy of Liberation had its shadows, revealing the complexities of war beyond mere heroics.

Antony Beevor's inimitably gripping narrative style brings the true experience of war to life. He places the reader on the beaches of Normandy, side by side with the heroes whose valorous stories he so vividly portrays. Through both broad strokes and minute details, Beevor conveys the full terrifying and heroic spectacle of D-Day.

Whether you are a history enthusiast or new to the subject, D-Day offers an authoritative and compelling account that stands as a testament to the bravery, sacrifice, and intricate realities of one of the most significant military operations in history.