Combat Ships (2017)
S01E03 The Vessels That Saved D-Day
Episode Overview
In 1944, Europe’s future hinged on a daring Allied strategy to deploy more than 150,000 soldiers onto the shores of Normandy within a single day. This monumental effort involved an impressive fleet of ships, ranging from innovative to perilously experimental. Join us as we delve into the D-Day invasion from a naval perspective, highlighting the essential maritime operation that ferried troops to the beaches. We’ll also showcase the cutting-edge technology of the varied and courageous vessels that navigated the English Channel, featuring personal stories from those who experienced this momentous event firsthand.