D-Day: The Invasion of Normandy
Historical Significance
WEB D-Day, the Allied invasion of Normandy on June 6, 1944, marked a pivotal turning point in World War II. The meticulously planned amphibious operation was codenamed WEB "Operation Overlord" and involved a massive force of over 135,000 troops from the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada.
Origins of the Name "D-Day"
The term "D-Day" originated from the military practice of using alphabetic letters to designate specific dates in operations. In this case, "D" represented the planned invasion day, which was subject to weather and other conditions. It did not have the specific meaning of "day" in this context.
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