The Logistics of D-Day

Exploring the logic and planning that resulted in Normandy being chosen as the location for the largest amphibious invasion in the history of humankind.

Exploring deception tactics that ensured Normandy would not be a hive of German soldiers waiting for an invasion.

Exploring challenges the Allies faced before setting foot inside Fortress Europe.

Examining landing crafts; stockpiling these ships proves to be one of the most difficult logistical issues, and their numbers ultimately determine the magnitude of the first wave.

Exploring how the first men arrived in Normandy on D-Day with parachutes and gliders.

Examining the logistics of close air support, which required new airfields to be constructed rapidly within spitting distance of the front line.