D-Day
Definition
D-Day refers to the day on June 6, 1944, when Allied forces launched an amphibious invasion on the beaches of Normandy, France. This marked a major turning point in World War II as it began the liberation of German-occupied Europe.
Analogy
Think of D-Day like a massive school-wide food fight - it's chaotic and messy but marks a significant turning point (in this case, towards ending the school year or WWII).
Related terms
Operation Overlord: The code name for Battle of Normandy; it was the operation that launched the successful invasion of German-occupied Western Europe during World War II.
Omaha Beach: One among five sectors of Allied invasion in Normandy on D-Day; it was assigned to American troops and saw intense fighting.
Utah Beach: Another sector during D-Day invasion; also assigned to American troops but with less resistance compared to Omaha beach.
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