Book Information

  • Series: Amazing Stories
  • Imprint: James Lorimer & Company Ltd., Publishers
  • Publication Date: 23 April 2004
  • Copyright Year: 2004
  • ISBN: 9781551537955
  • Replaced By: Edition 2
  • Page Count: 144
  • Dimensions: 5.5" x 8.5"

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D-Day

Canadian Heroes of the Famous World War II Invasion

by Tom Douglas

On June 6, 1944, an invasion of Europe changed the course of World War II, eventually leading to the surrender of Nazi Germany. During the night the Allied forces swept towards the beaches of Normandy. This is the story of the bravery and the heroism of the more than 14,000 Canadians who played a crucial role in that incredible event

On June 6, 1944, a daring and ambitious invasion of Europe changed the course of World War II, eventually leading to the surrender of Nazi Germany. During the night, through storms and high seas, the Allied forces swept towards the beaches of Normandy in France. This is the story of the bravery, the heroism, and the sheer dumb luck of the more than 14,000 Canadians who played a crucial role in that incredible event.

About the Author

Tom Douglas
Tom Douglas, an award-winning journalist and author, lives in Oakville, Ontario with his wife Gail, also an author in the AmazingStories series. Tom's father, Sgt. H.M. (Mel) Douglas, was part of the Invasion Force that stomred the beaches of Normandy on D-Day, June 6, 1944. Tom is a member of the Royal Canadian Legion, worked as a Communications Advisor for Veterans Affairs Canada, and has written speeches for the Minister of National Defence. Recently, he self-published a book, Some Sunny Day about his family's experiences in Northern Ontario following his father's return from World War II.

Subjects (BISAC)

HISTORY / Military / Canada, HISTORY / Military / General

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