The invasion that changed everything—told by the men who survived the impossible.
Season 1 • Episode 1
LatestFrom the earliest plans to the tense pre-dawn hours leading up to the monumental attack, learn how the fate of the war ultimately hinged on one key strategy: surprise.
This is the ultimate chronicle of the largest amphibious invasion in history. The momentous decisions and tragic losses, pitched battles and desperate strategies come alive with extensive footage from both Allied and Axis government vaults and revealing interviews with soldiers, commanders and civilians. Trace the development of D-Day from the initial plans and strategies to the final breakthrough that sent Allied troops roaring to Paris. Follow the strategies of Eisenhower, Montgomery, Marshall and Bradley and the counter-attacks and defenses of their German opponents. See how the heroism and valor of individual men was vital to salvaging success from plans that went awry in the first few minutes. And get an incredible, front-line view of the pitched battles that sent so many men to their grave.
Editing
Seamless weaving of Allied and Axis footage rarely seen together.
Production
Stephen Ambrose's expertise before Saving Private Ryan fame.
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Gerald McRaney filmed this between seasons of Major Dad—quite the career whiplash.
This series dropped the same year as The History Channel's launch, helping birth the 'WWII documentary industrial complex' that peaked with Band of Brothers.
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