Allied Forces
Coverage of Allied Forces in the Nexus archive.
- D-Day beaches inscribed on UNESCO World Heritage List
UNESCO added the D-Day landing beaches in Normandy to its World Heritage List, commemorating a project spanning nearly two decades. The beaches, where Allied forces landed on June 6, 1944, were central to a battle that aimed to liberate Europe from Nazism and end World War II.
- UNESCO adds Normandy's D-Day landing beaches to World Heritage List
The D-Day landing beaches in Normandy, France, were added to UNESCO's World Heritage List. The 80-kilometre coastline served as the site for Allied forces' landing in June 1944, marking a decisive moment in the war against Nazi Germany and its fascist allies in Europe.
- Sudan: Sudanese Armed Forces Announce Liberation of Al-Kormuk in Blue Nile State
The Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF), alongside allied forces, announced the liberation of Al-Kormuk in Blue Nile State after intense battles. The victory was attributed to the fighters' determination and troops' bravery.
- The Importance of the Battle of Savo Island
On August 9, 1942, an Allied fleet of 17 warships faced a Japanese force near Guadalcanal despite superior numbers, newer ships, and radar technology. The battle lasted 33 minutes and demonstrated that numerical and technological advantage does not guarantee victory in warfare.