![]() ![]() ![]() What Ryan did very well was give a significant amount of attention to what the Germans did and didn’t do during the build up to and on the day of the invasion. It includes a couple of sections of photographs which help the reader get a perspective on the players and the event itself. It was the basis of the well-known and star-studded movie of the same name of the early 1960s. It is relatively short at 277 pages (paper back version pictured) and easy to read. My impression: This is a classic and a great starter book for anyone interested in gaining a broad understanding and appreciation for the build up and key events of that most important day in the Allies response to Hitler’s attempt to take over Europe. ![]() First published in 1958, the author was able to personally talk to many who were there and who played key roles in this key event. The book is broken up into three parts: The Wait, The Night, The Day, and provides an overview of key events, as well as personal perspectives from those who were there. Summary in 3 Sentences: This book gives both German, British, and American perspectives on the invasion of Normandy by the Allies on 6 June 1944. Why this book: A friend of mine, who is very well-informed and well-read on the D-Day invasion recommended this as the best book to start my reading and preparation. ![]()
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