LAST Event ...D-Day Invasion on Friday June 6 (missed by 1 day)
A Militaria Event ... On this day in 1944, Allied troops invaded the beaches of Normandy, France. It was the largest amphibious assault in world history. This massive, bloody battle was the turning point of the war in the European theater. 156,000 troops from Great Britain, Canada and United states stormed five beaches. British troops landed on Gold and Sword beach. At the same time Canadian forces landed on Juno Beach and American troops landed on Omaha and Utah beach. 4,000 Allied troops died on these beaches on D-Day.
NEXT Event ...Decoration Day on Sunday June 8 (in 1 day)
A Militaria Event ...Our Decoration Day is celebrated on the Sunday following D-Day (June 6) Battle of Normandy.
Today's Event 1 ...Saturday Supper on Saturday June 7 Location:LoungeTime:5:30 pm
Legion community promotion: Legion community promotion: Great meal for $13 bucks