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202011 minPGdoc-short

World War Ii Military

Break-through

202011 minPGdoc-short

Allied troops land on the Normandy coast during D-Day, showcasing the Canadian forces' establishment on the beachhead and the subsequent battles for Caen and Falaise.

World War Ii Military

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Channel: NFB

Break-through

2020• 11 minPG

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Allied troops land on the Normandy coast during D-Day, showcasing the Canadian forces' establishment on the beachhead and the subsequent battles for Caen and Falaise.

Synopsis

Allied troops launched the D-Day landings on June 6, 1944, establishing a beachhead on the Normandy coast. Canadian forces played a crucial role in the operation, advancing eastward through intense street fighting in Caen and executing precise bombing campaigns. The film captures the harrowing battles and strategic maneuvers leading to the capture of Caen and the push towards Falaise, utilizing footage filmed by units of the Canadian Army Overseas. This 11-minute documentary provides a stark visual account of a pivotal moment in World War II.

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