On June 6, 1944, the Battle of Normandy, code-named Operation OVERLORD, began with one of the largest seaborne operations in history: D-Day. 1/4
ALT A black-and-white photo of landing craft close to shore. A large number of soldiers stand on the decks. Text reads: Let the hearts of all in Canada today be filled with silent prayer for the success of our own and allied forces and for the early liberation of the peoples of Europe. - Prime Minister Mackenzie King