Omaha Beach D-Day Landing
History and Significance
Normandy Invasion
Omaha Beach, a renowned beach in Normandy, played a pivotal role in the D-Day Landings during World War II. It was one of five designated landing sectors of Operation Overlord.
Coastal Landscape
Omaha Beach stretches along the western Bessin coastline, punctuated by two valleys and bordered by several communes. The beach is characterized by its wide, sandy expanse and a road that runs along it.
Key Features
The beach spans approximately ten kilometers between the Vire estuary at Vierville-sur-Mer and the fishing port of Port-en-Bessin. Behind the beach lie beach cafes and homes, adding to the area's unique landscape.
Comments