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When did Allied forces land in Normandy to begin the invasion of Europe?

The landings began on June 6, 1944.

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  1. December 7, 1941
  2. June 6, 1944 ✔
  3. September 2, 1945

Why: Allied forces landed on the Normandy coast of France on June 6, 1944. The operation opened a major western front in Europe.

Huh, didn't know that: The Normandy landings are widely known as D-Day.

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Answer: June 6, 1944. Allied forces landed on the Normandy coast of France on June 6, 1944. The operation opened a major western front in Europe.

  1. Journey of Flight Teacher's Guide, chapter 4 www.gocivilairpatrol.com/media/cms/2nd_edition_Teachers_Guide_5D3166D76F9B1.pdf
    On June 6, 1944, the Allies landed in Normandy, France
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