Shortly after 6:30am on 6th June 1944 along this stretch of sand, men of the US 1st Infantry Division emerged from their landing craft into a hail of gunfire which in just minutes had killed or wounded hundreds.
In this video, we’ll blend the latest technology, actual footage from that day and the testimony of those who were there, to follow in the footsteps of the men of one landing craft, on that one day, who were amongst the very first to unlock Omaha Beach.

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Credits:
Research: Dan Hill
Script & Narration: Dan Hill
Editing: Simon James
Thumbnail Design: Linus Klassen
Music & Sound Effects: Shane Greer