World War II: D-Day
What was D-Day?
By 1944 Germany occupied large parts of Europe. Planning for D-Day began when Stalin called for Great Britain and the USA to open a second front in Western… learn more
Learn About D-Day
ABOUT OPERATION OVERLORD Why D-Day Matters While the invasion of Normandy on June 6, 1944, usually termed D-Day, did not end the war in Europe—that would take eleven… learn more
TeachersFirst's D Day Resources
This collection of reviewed resources from TeachersFirst is selected to help teachers and students honor D-Day and the important events of World War II through related projects and… learn more
D-Day: Facts on the Epic 1944 Invasion
D-Day: Facts on the Epic 1944 Invasion That Changed the Course of WWII The Allied invasion of Normandy was among the largest military operations ever staged. Learn how… learn more
D-Day Normandy Invasion
D-Day was the name given to the June 6, 1944, invasion of the beaches at Normandy in northern France by troops from the United States, Canada, the United… learn more
When Was D-Day—And What Happened On This Day?
What was D-Day? Commemorated each year on June 6, D-Day was a historic invasion that was considered the turning point to end World War II. Find out what… learn more