D-Day
Coverage of D-Day in the Nexus archive.
- The Importance of the Battle of the Little Bighorn
On June 25, 1876, Lt. Col. George Armstrong Custer and the 7th Cavalry Regiment were defeated at the Battle of the Little Bighorn, a conflict that remains a contested symbol in American history. The battle, though small in scale, is considered iconic alongside events like Yorktown and Gettysburg.
- Eisenhower’s D‑Day leadership shows what America has lost
The article contrasts Eisenhower's leadership during D-Day with America's current shift from proactive engagement to expecting others to handle responsibilities.
- Miranda Devine: Pete Hegseth’s D-Day speech gave Europe a spot-on warning – be smart or be invaded
War Secretary Pete Hegseth delivered a speech on D-Day in Normandy, which Miranda Devine described as a spot-on warning to Europe. The article highlights the speech's message as a cautionary note to the continent.
- MORNING GLORY: The countryside versus the capitol part I
The film 'Pressure' depicts General Dwight Eisenhower's decision-making during the D-Day invasion planning. The article discusses political theories about voter behavior, including the 'capital versus the countryside' divide and how candidates' personalities influence non-incumbent elections. Analyst Michael Barone notes this divide replaces traditional partisan lines.
- US defense secretary attacks European allies in D-Day speech
The US Defense secretary criticized European immigration policies during a D-Day anniversary speech in France, sparking backlash and highlighting tensions over transatlantic security. The remarks followed a US vice president linking a British teenager’s murder to 'mass migration,' further straining relations as European nations shift defense spending away from the US-led military-industrial complex.
- House Republican criticizes Hegseth ‘inappropriate’ D-Day remarks
Rep. Michael McCaul (R-Texas) criticized Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth for making 'inappropriate' remarks during a speech for the 82nd commemoration of D-Day.
- Trump talking points: Hegseth changes D-Day subject to migrants
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faced global criticism for shifting his D-Day anniversary speech to a 'racist rant' against migrants. The D-Day event, marking the 1944 Allied invasion of Nazi-occupied Normandy, was overshadowed by Hegseth's remarks.
- Pete Hegseth’s D-day speech on immigration condemned as ‘grotesque stupidity’
US defense secretary Pete Hegseth faced condemnation for linking immigration to the D-day anniversary, with critics accusing him of desecrating the memory of Normandy soldiers. Historians and rights campaigners labeled his remarks as 'grotesque stupidity.'
- US uses D-Day anniversary to urge action against migrant ‘invasion’ of Europe
The US is using the D-Day anniversary to push for action against a migrant 'invasion' in Europe. Peter Hegseth is accused of attempting to generate 'hard line support for the right wing across Europe'.
- Hegseth attacks Europe over migration with beach 'invasion' D-Day speech
US Defense Secretary Hegseth criticized Europe's approach to migration during a speech in Normandy, referencing the 82nd anniversary of the Allied D-Day operation to liberate Nazi-occupied Europe.
- Hegseth appears to use D-Day speech to talk about immigration
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth gave a speech commemorating the D-Day anniversary and drew a comparison between the Allied liberation of Europe during World War II and immigration by sea.
- Hegseth appears to use D-Day speech to talk about immigration
In a speech commemorating D-Day, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth drew a comparison between the Allied liberation of Europe during World War II and immigration by sea.
- Pete Hegseth warns of boat migrants and ‘dangerous ideologies’ during D-Day speech
Pete Hegseth warned about boat migrants and 'dangerous ideologies' during a D-Day speech, referencing beaches in Spain, Italy, Greece, and Bulgaria where boats and men arrive.
- Hegseth invokes immigration and ‘invasion’ in D-Day speech in France
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth linked current sea-based immigration to the D-Day liberation of Europe in a speech at the Normandy American Cemetery, warning of 'invasions' by boats and men arriving in Spain, Italy, Greece, and Bulgaria. His remarks aligned with broader criticism from the Trump administration about Europe's migration and security challenges.
- Hegseth attacks Europe over 'invasion' of migrants on its beaches in D-Day speech
US defense secretary Hegseth criticized Europe's migrant situation during a speech in Normandy, 82 years after the Allied liberation of Nazi-occupied north-western Europe.
- World War II veteran reveals 1-word feeling before D-Day 82 years later
World War II veteran Arthur Rose read a letter at a D-Day 82-year commemoration in Normandy, France, detailing his nervousness and experiences before and during the June 6, 1944 invasion. He described the preparation, uncertainty, and eventual relief as part of the operation.
- Europe being invaded by ‘dangerous ideologies,’ Hegseth warns in D-Day speech
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth warned Europe about an invasion of 'dangerous ideologies' and mass immigration during a D-Day commemoration speech, urging action and stronger defense commitments. His remarks echoed U.S. officials' concerns about migration-driven 'civilizational erasure' and criticized European immigration policies.
- Hegseth invokes immigration and ‘invasion’ in D-Day speech in France
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth delivered a D-Day anniversary speech in France where he linked immigration by sea to wartime liberation. He invoked the term 'invasion' in the context of immigration during the speech.
- In D-Day speech, Hegseth urges Europe to counter ‘invasion’ of migrants
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth urged Europe to counter what he called an 'invasion' of migrants during a speech at the American military cemetery in Colleville-sur-mer, Normandy, on the 82nd anniversary of the D-Day landings. He also called for European countries to increase their defense contributions, though he skipped the main international ceremony marking the anniversary.
- Hegseth in D-Day speech warns Europe being ‘stormed’ by ‘dangerous ideologies’
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth warned European leaders in a D-Day speech about the threat of 'dangerous ideologies' affecting the continent, linking the historical event to concerns over modern immigration.
- France: Veterans mark 82th anniversary of D-Day in Normandy
The last living World War II veterans have traveled to France to commemorate the 82nd anniversary of the Normandy landings. The event marks the beginning of the Allied campaign to liberate Western Europe from Nazi Germany.
- France: Veterans mark 82nd anniversary of D-Day in Normandy
The last living World War II veterans have traveled to France to commemorate the 82nd anniversary of the D-Day Normandy landings, marking the start of the Allied campaign to liberate Western Europe from Nazi Germany. The event took place in Normandy, France.
- A 100-Year-Old D-Day Survivor Reflects
Joe Picard, a 100-year-old D-Day veteran, recalls his wartime experiences and efforts to preserve D-Day history through speaking engagements and battlefield revisits. Few WWII veterans remain, and Picard emphasizes the fading immediacy of personal wartime memories.
- Today in History: June 6, Allies land in Normandy on D-Day
On June 6, 1944, nearly 160,000 Allied troops landed in Normandy, France, during D-Day as part of Operation Overlord to liberate German-occupied Western Europe. Over 4,400 Allied troops, including 2,501 Americans, were killed during the operation.
- What Virginians’ and Americans’ D-Day sacrifices teach us about our country now
The article highlights the sacrifices of Virginians, including Richard Hall and the Bedford 20, during the D-Day invasion. It notes Virginia's highest per capita loss among U.S. states in the 1944 battle and emphasizes the international cooperation led by General Dwight Eisenhower to defeat fascism.
- D-Day veteran says the U.S. is the "savior of the world" ahead of its 82-year mark
This weekend marks 82 years since D-Day, the largest seaborne assault in history. Tony Dokoupil interviewed 107-year-old veteran Arthur Rose, who served as a Navy lieutenant during the event and called the U.S. the 'savior of the world.'
- French thieves steal bronze statue remembering the British soldiers who died to liberate their country - a week before D-Day anniversary
French thieves stole a bronze statue commemorating British soldiers who died liberating France. The theft occurred a week before the D-Day anniversary.
- 'Pressure' Review: Brendan Fraser is Dwight D. Eisenhower in gripping WWII drama on run-up to D-Day
"Pressure" is a WWII drama focusing on Gen. Dwight D. Eisenhower's decision to proceed with the D-Day invasion amidst conflicting weather forecasts from meteorologists Captain James Stagg and Irving Krick. Brendan Fraser stars as Eisenhower, with Andrew Scott and Chris Messina as the meteorologists, highlighting the tension in determining the optimal invasion date.
- How the success of D-Day hinged on a weather forecast
General Dwight D. Eisenhower relied on a critical weather forecast for the success of D-Day. The movie 'Pressure' highlights the tense prediction that enabled the successful European invasion, marking the beginning of the end of World War II.
- CBS News Radio flashback: D-Day, Invasion of Normandy in 1944
CBS News Radio revisits its 1944 coverage of the D-Day invasion of Normandy, introduced by chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett. The article highlights historical radio reporting on one of World War II's pivotal events.