D-Day: The Untold Stories
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To commemorate the 75th anniversary of D-Day, this special presents the key events of the Allied invasion of Nazi-held Europe and the subsequent battles that captured the control of the Normandy coast. Some of the last surviving veterans recall in detail the terror, patriotism and drama from the frontlines of war. This special also honors the diverse backgrounds of all who served.
Status: Released
Released Date: 2019-06-02
Runtime: 85 mins
Director: Sharon Petzold
Spoken language: English
Genres: Documentary, History, War
Original title: D-Day: The Untold Stories
Production Companies: History, A+E Global Media, LLC
Production Countries: United States of America
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