Normandy Was Chosen As The D-Day Landing Site To Surprise Germany
Given that the Pas de Calais is the most direct route between France and the United Kingdom (United Kingdom), the Allies anticipated a German attack. Instead, they decided to head to the beaches of Normandy for a day of relaxation. Aircraft stationed in England, which had an excellent port, was able to fly within striking distance of the location. There were approximately 50 miles of coastline real estate taken up by the D-day landing beaches. Omaha was the beach with the highest number of casualties out of the five. There were 2400 Americans and 1200 Germans who died.
Normandy Was Chosen As The D-Day Landing Site To Surprise Germany
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