
8. D-Day and DD Tanks
WW2 Pod: We Have Ways of Making You Talk
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Preparations, Tank Histories, and Operation Fortitude
The chapter delves into the preparations for D-Day, including the discreet transport of Mulberry parts and a visit to a tank conservation center filled with tanks from various eras. It explores the history and maintenance efforts of tanks like Churchill, Sherman, and the British Comet tank with its unique features and capabilities. Additionally, the conversation touches on Operation Fortitude, Churchill's strategies, the importance of oil in military operations, and the positioning of Panzer Divisions during the Normandy landing.
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