Description
In this two-hour class, we will explore the audacious operation to seize Pegasus Bridge, one of the most pivotal missions of D-Day, June 6, 1944.Conducted by British airborne forces, this surprise glider assault was essential to securing key crossings over the Caen Canal and Orne River, preventing German counterattacks against the Allied beach landings. Through analysis of the planning, execution, and aftermath, we will examine the bravery and tactical brilliance that led to the operation’s success. Visuals, maps, and personal stories will bring to life the extraordinary events of that early morning raid, which marked a crucial turning point in World War II.
