As good as non fiction WW2 gets

A very detailed history of DDay. Definately one of the best histories that I've read.

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One of the most in detail accounts of Dday

A thorough, comprehensive, detailed account of dday, probably the most so that exists, a truly memorable read.

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Absolute and extreme..

I had an Uncle serve on D Day from New Zealand and his leather bound photo album with uncut pictures from D day beach are very tearful...

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A great story with occasional irritations

A well researched and generally very enjoyable book with a great deal of detail about how troops were armed, provisioned and led. Individual's accouts are fascinating. Personal insights lift this above a dull history book.

However, the author's apparently poor opinion of the average English solider is evident on many occasions.

Also the mispronunciation of English place names by the narrator became quite annoying and detracted from the overall enjoyment of the book.

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Harrowing & Awe-inspiring

Where does D-Day rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

I'm a history buff, predominantly historical conflicts and therefore this was of great interest to me. The book was very much along the lines of what I expected. Ambrose is very well researched and can illustrate a scene very vividly. He also brings in a lot of first-hand testimony which is a major plus, to hear the perspective of someone who was actually there. Very often, as we have come to expect from war vets, its quite understated and matter of facts, completely dismissive of the harrowing experiences they were placed in and the incredible feats of bravery they undertook.

All in all it was a great read and I would recommend to anyone interested in WW2 history.

What was one of the most memorable moments of D-Day?

The Omaha beach landing was and its portrayal in the stark terms of the veterans who were there and in their deeds as reported by Ambrose and even the Germans themselves was a real eye-opener and gives you an even greater appreciation for the ordeal.

What did you like about the performance? What did you dislike?

The narrator was mostly OK but at times I thought was a bit too monotone and could get a little difficult to follow.

Did you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

The book should if nothing else allow the reader to reflect on the nature of sacrifice and the human condition that is war. It is emotional at times but ultimately factual in nature.

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