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Celebration of D Day! Yesterday was a big day for my daughter Isadora. The sea cadets celebrated the occasion, and she took part in this significant and important day for our country. She is a junior cadet. So, what's the D Day for Europe? On June 6, 1944, known as D-Day, over 150,000 Allied troops landed on the beaches of Normandy, France, to begin the liberation of Western Europe from Nazi control. The day was marked by several key events: 1. **Airborne Operations**: Before the beach landings, around 24,000 Allied paratroopers and glider troops were dropped behind enemy lines to secure key positions and disrupt German defenses. 2. **Naval Bombardment**: Allied naval forces bombarded German defenses along the coast to weaken fortifications and create gaps for the infantry. 3. **Beach Landings**: The main assault involved landing troops on five beaches codenamed Utah, Omaha, Gold, Juno, and Sword. Each beach had its own challenges and levels of resistance from German forces. 4. **Fierce Fighting**: Especially at Omaha Beach, troops faced heavy resistance, with significant casualties. Despite the high cost, the Allies managed to secure the beaches by the end of the day. 5. **Securing the Beachheads**: Following the initial landings, troops focused on securing and expanding the beachheads to allow for the landing of additional troops, vehicles, and supplies. The success of D-Day was crucial in establishing a foothold in Europe, ultimately leading to the defeat of Nazi Germany. #FamilyFirst #familylife #dday #ProudParent #BigDay #SeaCadets #NationalCelebration #Isadora #MilestoneMoment

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SALUTE 🫡- Indian Armed Forces Have you ever noticed the different kinds of salutes that different army officers do in movies, series, and TV? If you have not,then do watch this reel, where I have thoroughly explained three different kinds of salute and the reason behind it. My father ( A Navy veteran himself) and I would often discuss on this topic . As a former Army cadet myself , I have learnt this during my rigorous camps for the Republic Day parade too. Now, that you know the different salutes, let me know in which movie, which type of salute you can spot. #salute #army #navy #airforce #videocontent #tuesdaythoughts

Wars fought on a grand scale with global consequences are made up of countless smaller battles and events. For the men who fought, bled, and died in them they are not small--those little pieces of war--and the personal aftermath and their effect is beyond measure. One such battle pitted a North Vietnamese Army (NVA) battalion of 700+ men against the men of Company I, Third Battalion, Ninth Marines, Third Marine Division. Of the seven officers in the field at the beginning, only three walked out. I was one of them. I was 24 years old, and this was my first significant combat experience and surprisingly, what happened--what I was called upon to do--was something I never imagined. What came afterward defined me for the rest of my life. The fighting lasted six hours, and toward the end, we were almost out of ammunition. Those few hours changed forever the lives of the survivors, including me, and the next of kin of the men we lost. That battle was the crucial event in my life; an ultimate What Now, Lieutenant? moment that taught me so much that came into play in other such moments in my future. True, they would not be as traumatic as what I experienced as a lieutenant, but they were moments that whether I was a lieutenant, major or general, each forced me to call upon my experience, knowledge, training, and common sense to respond appropriately. That phrase... that question with all it entails and how one responds when it's asked of them... seemed to fit best as a title for what you're reading now. Seeing that question in the eyes of the men on Hill 70 that day is how I learned a most valuable lesson about leadership over the course of a bloody day in Vietnam. Everything that happened to me after that day is now seen through that prism. --Butch Neal #usmarines #military #defenseindustry #memoir https://lnkd.in/g495pXkm

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'The Noise of Battle' by Tony Colvin, now available in a new edition, offers a detailed examination of the British Army’s final breakthrough west of the Rhine in early 1945. Focusing on the critical Rhineland battles in February and March, this book provides a clear and comprehensive look at one of the last major operations of World War II. Structured in three main parts, the book first outlines the key battles (Part I), including The Battle of the Rhineland, The Battle of Kervenheim, and The Battle of Winnekendonk. These chapters offer a step-by-step analysis of each engagement, with clear maps and tactical overviews that highlight the challenges faced by British forces and their adversaries, the German paratroopers and infantry. Part II shifts focus to those involved, providing insight into the various military divisions, from the 3rd British Infantry Division to the 8th Fallschirmjäger Division, as well as civilians caught in the conflict. These sections are enriched with personal accounts, offering a human perspective on the war’s impact beyond strategic movements. Finally, Part III, Why? An Explanation, explores the reasons behind the operational decisions and outcomes, analyzing the broader military strategy of the time. This section provides crucial context for understanding the importance of the battles west of the Rhine in shaping the final phase of the war in Europe. More about the book here: https://lnkd.in/eJqMHpSd