Allied HQ in UK, mobilisation of US paratroopers before Normandy Invasion

The transcript describes the strategic deployment of troops into German-held territory to block enemy reserves and the decision to strike in Normandy. Troops were dispatched across England, awaiting the final command. The narrative captures the sentiments of soldiers as they prepared for their first real battle, initially perceiving it as another training exercise. However, the reality of the situation became apparent when they were taken to a sealed airport, marking a significant shift from training to actual combat.

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