| On June 6, 1944, the combined forces of the Allied Powers including the United States, the United Kingdom, canada and more, launched the largest amphibious invasion in history. Across 50 miles of coastline, Allied soldiers gained a foothold from which to liberate Europe from Nazi tyranny. Their stories of heroism, sacrifice, and determination have become legendary. On Omaha Beach, Lieutenant Jimmie montieth rallied his men to the top of the cliffs under tough resistance. His actions silenced the guns at several German positions at the cost of his own life. On Utah Beach, Brigadier General Theodore Roosevelt, Jr. recognized the landing craft reached the shore almost one mile off−course. Rallying the troops, he moved along the beach redirecting their efforts. At La Fiere Bridge, PFc charles DeGlopper provided covering fire, allowing his fellow soldiers to regroup and finally secure a vital causeway. All three men earned the medal of Honor for their actions, but each was awarded posthumously. |
