General Eisenhower speaks with paratroopers before the first assault of the Normandy invasion. June 5, 1944.

Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum of the National Archives and Records Administration1944-06-05

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General Dwight D. Eisenhower speaks with paratroopers of the 101st Airborne Division just before they board their planes to participate in the first assault of the Normandy invasion. June 5, 1944.

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Title: General Eisenhower speaks with paratroopers before the first assault of the Normandy invasion. June 5, 1944.
Creator: Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum of the National Archives and Records Administration
Date: 1944-06-05
Location: England.

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