On June 6, 2014, millions around the world commemorate the 70th anniversary of the D-Day landings in Normandy, France - a turning point in World War II that changed the course of history.
D-Day, June 6, 1944

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Allied forces using amphibious trucks follow foot troops ashore during the early invasion of the Normandy coast, June 6, 1944.

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British commandos pass through the streets of a town near Caen, France, June 6, 1944.

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Following the first Allied landings on the French coast troops began to move inland, passing through villages where they were given a warm welcome, June 6, 1944.