D-Day 1944 : Voices From Normandy

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Summary: The definitive book on D-Day?
Review: This book may very well become the definitive book on D-Day, at least from the British viewpoint. It is very detailed, reminiscent of Churchill's The Second World War or Morison's 15 volume History of United States Naval Operations in World War II. Groups are named, often down to the squad level and personal stories from named individuals (British, American and German) are smoothly woven into the story.

This book starts with an excellent chapter, Dunkirk to D-Day 1940-1944, that in very few words brings you up to date including even a defense of the ill-fated raid on Dieppe, in that it taught the basic lessons on how to operate on D-day, indeed amphibious warfare throughout the war.

All in all, this is an excellent book on D-day-a little too heavy and detailed, perhaps, for the average, casual reader but for historians, researchers, and avid WWII "junkies" such as those who read Kilroy Was Here, it can't be beaten!