In April 1944, a dress rehearsal for the Allied landings in Normandy resulted in the deaths of several hundred U.S. servicemen.

On D-Day, No. 47 (RM) Commando was given the crucial task of capturing the small fishing harbour of Port-en-Bessin, in Normandy.

The story of CSM Stanley Hollis of the Green Howards, recipient of the only Victoria Cross awarded for actions on D-Day - 6th June 1944.

In the early hours of 6th June 1944, the 9th Parachute Battalion was tasked with neutralising the Merville Gun Battery in Normandy.

The story of the very first Allied troops to land in Normandy on D-Day: Capturing the bridges; reinforcements; and German counterattacks.

The story of the very first Allied troops to land in Normandy on D-Day: The plan; preparing for the mission; and the glider assault.