U.S. President Obama pays tribute to U.S. and Allied Forces on the 70th Anniversary of D-Day

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President Obama pays tribute to U.S. and Allied forces on the 70th Anniversary of D-Day, the June 6, 1944 Allied invasion of the European continent at Normandy during World War II. Obama recounts the events of D-Day telling stories of heroism and tenacity displayed by the troops. He reflects on the leaders, the challenges faced by the Allies, life on the home front, and the fight for liberty and democracy. Obama mentions several of the D-Day veterans in attendance as well as current active duty soldiers commemorating D-Day. Held at the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial in Normandy, France.

Date Issued:

2014-06-06T00:00:00Z

Data Provider:

Michigan State University. Libraries

Collection:

G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection

Place:

France and Normandy

Subject Topic:

World War, 1939-1945 and Campaigns

Subject Name:

Allied Forces

Language:

English

Rights:

No Copyright

URL:

https://n2t.net/ark:/85335/m5zc7rv68