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The Americans at D-Day
- The American Experience at the Normandy Invasion
- Letto da: Joe Barrett
- Durata: 13 ore e 9 min
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June 6, 1944, was a pivotal moment in the history of World War II. On that day the climactic and decisive phase of the war in Europe began. Those who survived the intense fighting on the Normandy beaches found their lives irreversibly changed. That day ushered in a great change for the United States as well, because on D-day America began its march to the forefront of the Western world.
By the end of the Battle of Normandy, almost one out of every two soldiers involved was an American, and without American weapons, supplies, and leadership, the outcome of the invasion and ensuing battle could have been very different.
In the first of two volumes on the American contribution to the Allied victory at Normandy, John C. McManus examines, with great intensity and thoroughness, the American experience in the weeks leading up to D-day and on the great day itself. From the buildup in England to the night drops of airborne forces behind German lines and the landings on the beaches at dawn, from the famed figures of Eisenhower, Bradley, and "Lighting Joe" Collins to the courageous, but little-known privates who fought so bravely and under terrifying conditions, this is the story of the American experience at D-day. What were the battles really like for the Americans at Utah and Omaha? What drove them to fight despite all adversity? How and why did they triumph? Thanks to extensive archival research, and the use of hundreds of firsthand accounts, McManus answers these questions and many more.
Impressively researched, engrossing, lightning quick, and filled with human sorrow and elation, The Americans at D-Day honors those Americans who lost their lives on D-day, as well as those who were fortunate enough to survive.
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Generale5 out of 5 stars
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- Byron Sarchet
- 15/01/2021
Great Book
Everyone should read this book. The most complete account of D Day I ever heard.
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Generale5 out of 5 stars
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- William R. Todd-Mancillas (Name includes hyphen and camptalized M)
- 31/08/2023
Account of d-day preparations and initial action
Narration is clear, slightly gravelly, which is suited for this material, just a bt too slow, but otherwise just fine.
This account includes many details poignantly imparting a sober appreciation of the feelings, moral, and camaraderie of the moment.
Recommended.
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Generale2 out of 5 stars
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- S. Mahon
- 17/04/2023
There are much better books on d-day
This book is ok as far as it goes , which is not very far. A lot of context and detail are missing. For a broad view of the campaign ,read john Keegan’s six armies in. Normandy. For the American view, Cornelius Ryan ‘s the longest day beats this book by a country mile. This is surprising, since the same author produced a book on Operation Market Garden, September Hope, that far surpasses Ryan's "a bridge too far" in terms of the actions of both the 82d and 101st. The narrator, did a great job, but the material is lacking.
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Generale5 out of 5 stars
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- AP
- 15/02/2023
Bingy!
A great book. A fantastic mix of the big picture, chronology, and the experiences of the people on the ground. The book is comprehensive, yet human scaled. Well worth the time.
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Generale5 out of 5 stars
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- grandma
- 12/10/2022
D DAY
I enjoyed the fact that the book was written from the perspective of idividual soldiers and platoons. It gave an account of what men endured and not just facts, generals, wins/losses, and dates. Well read and entertaining. I am not going to comment on accuracy of battle facts because I have not studied this topic at length. Overall easy to follow and entertaining to listen to.
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- Dave
- 27/08/2022
Just Average
Book is enjoyable but pales compared with the many other outstanding WWII / European Theatre / DDay books out there. Narrator sounds like the guy from the Smuckers jelly ads from a few years back. His tortured pronunciations of French locations are distracting, and apparently every single American G.I. had a southern drawl.
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Generale4 out of 5 stars
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- Garshom L. Arkoff
- 05/09/2023
A worm's eye view
A super detailed analysis of D-Day, with a plethora of first person accounts.
Very well done.
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Generale5 out of 5 stars
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- James
- 02/08/2023
Makes you think
This story will make you think what our military men did to help end the war in Europe. Sad in many ways. Now you can understand what they call it The Great Generation. May they all rest in peace, God has them home.
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- Ira S. Saposnik
- 28/05/2023
Neat sweet treat Pete
Ibreadcitvtwuve and after this I got a new phone. It’s just like the sun and moon and hawks are here too
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Generale5 out of 5 stars
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- Amazon Customer
- 10/04/2023
Excellent telling and reading of the American D-Day story
This was terrific. A simply stated, easy to follow, compelling and riveting narrative.
The narration was excellent!!!
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Generale5 out of 5 stars
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- Janet Jones
- 09/03/2023
Interesting....
and informative listen to how the Americans dealt with D-day. The narrator was very good. Highly recommend this book.
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Generale3 out of 5 stars
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- Craig
- 06/10/2022
Struggle with Joe Barrett.
Such a pity. Great story but I personally can't listen to Joe Barrett. His voice and they way he narrates just leaves me cold. In fact any book I have happened to come across with his narration is a struggle. If you can hang on then the books to be enjoyed.... If not, buy a hard copy.
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Generale5 out of 5 stars
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- P. Overton
- 22/05/2022
An Excellent contribution to WW2 history telling.
This is an Excellent contribution to WW2 history telling. The personal stories are particularly useful.
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- qwerty
- 13/05/2022
Competent, engaging but not new
If one ignores the usual American hyperbole then there is a fairly competent telling of a well know episode in the history of the second world war. However, an exhaustive historical study it is not.
It seems it's impossible for the US to make mistakes, be cowardly or incompetent. I refer to the usual excuses of the US transport command for the famous misdops of the 101 and 82 airborne Divisions. The implication that British LCA's were poor in comparison to LCVP's. No mention of the weather after Eisenhower's tortured decision.
The statement that the US on Omaha had the toughest assignment without reference to the use of the specialist equipment used on the anglo-canadian beaches which may have been even bloodier without, or have helped the Americans if included in their order of battle. Weather was the same obstacle of all five beaches. Although a story of US valour it didn't happen in isolation. Surprisingly, not much reference to the German defenders and their dispositions, just a vague surprise that they had prepared marked beating zones and range cards. SOP in all armies, even back to WW1.
Interesting personal stories saved this book from becoming a Hollywood marching band reading of an article of faith in the US of A.
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Generale5 out of 5 stars
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- john brenchley
- 24/04/2022
Interesting story
Well read lots of details so we’ll researched. Very good listen. Not the usual hung ho