We've done book recommendations before, but how about one specifically for D-Day?
Obviously, you've got The Longest Day, by Cornelius Ryan. I think I'd add The Fool Lieutenant, as told by Robert Edlin.
https://www.amazon.com/Fool-Lieutenant-Margo-Heinen/dp/0970525702
The book cover is a photo snapped of him as he boarded the boat in England for D-Day.
Obviously, you've got The Longest Day, by Cornelius Ryan. I think I'd add The Fool Lieutenant, as told by Robert Edlin.
https://www.amazon.com/Fool-Lieutenant-Margo-Heinen/dp/0970525702
Quote:
A personal account of D-Day and World War II as told by Ranger Robert Edlin, Platoon Commander of A Company, 2nd Ranger Battalion. Using a single hand grenade, he and his all-star patrol captured an entire German garrison of 800 people, earning him the Distinguished Service Cross and the title - "The Fool Lieutenant". The Rangers were an elite group of the Army Infantry - all volunteers. The Army Ranger exemplified the highest standards of courage, determination, ruggedness and fighting ability.
The book cover is a photo snapped of him as he boarded the boat in England for D-Day.
