In honor of the 80th anniversary of the Allied invasion of France, events are being held in both France and the UK. These events specifically commemorate D-Day, which took place on June 6, 1944, when tens of thousands of soldiers arrived on five different beaches in Normandy. This marked the beginning of the campaign to liberate north-western Europe from Nazi occupation.
The significance of this historic event is being honored through various ceremonies and events across the country. In Normandy, King Charles spoke about the “supreme test” of D-Day and paid tribute to the generation that courageously faced this challenge without flinching. However, in contrast to the 225 British veterans who attended the commemorations five years ago, only 23 were able to attend this year’s event.
Despite this, viewers can still watch live coverage of the commemorations by clicking on a link at the top of the page. The bravery and sacrifice of those who fought during D-Day are being remembered and honored through these important ceremonies, ensuring that their legacy lives on for future generations.
