20+ Surprising Facts About D-Day That Changed The World

Published on 11/05/2021
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Crossing Into The Valley Of Death

The Allied soldiers had no idea what was in store for them on beaches such as Omaha, Utah, Gold, Sword, and Juno Beach when they arrived. The Germans were prepared for a bloody battle and had constructed some of the most formidable defenses ever seen on a battlefield. More than 850,000 German troops, including conscripts from Eastern Europe and even Korean soldiers, were ready for the invasion when it took place. Yes, you read that correctly.

Crossing Into The Valley Of Death

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