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202445 minPGdocumentary

24 h D-Day

202445 minPGdocumentary

On June 6, 1944, Allied soldiers launched the largest amphibious landing operation in history at five sectors of the Normandy beaches.

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On June 6, 1944, Allied soldiers launched the largest amphibious landing operation in history at five sectors of the Normandy beaches.

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Michael Kloft

Michael Kloftdirector

Michael Kloft

Michael Kloftwriter

Harold "Alex" Adaircast

Billy "Boots" Bettridgecast

Rolf de Boesercast

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On June 6, 1944, Allied soldiers storm the beaches of Normandy during D-Day, a key moment in World War II. American and British cameramen capture the chaos from landing boats and on the shore. Their black-and-white footage has been restored and colorized for this documentary. It features the faces of young soldiers, many not older than 20, as they recount their experiences. The film marks the 80th anniversary of this historic event.

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