
D-Day Map
June 6, 2009 marks the 65th anniversary of the allied landings on the Normandy and adjacent coastal beaches of Northern France. Led by General Dwight D. Eisenhower, this was the first successful military crossing of the English Channel since William the Conqueror in 1066. Through the Great Depression and the Second World War the United States displayed remarkable resilience, courage, and creativity. During the long struggle against the fascist powers the United States also displayed a savvy ability to nurture diverse international allies. These are attributes we need to encourage in our society today. We still have a lot to learn from the history of the Second World War…
