D-Day Invasion Of France, Navy Bombardment

The transcript describes the massive naval operation during D-Day, where thousands of ships crossed the English Channel, defying Hitler's belief that it was impassable. The operation involved 800 warships commencing a bombardment to sweep the beaches, with empty shells marking the day's events. Tired gun crews awaited the next barrage, highlighting the intensity and scale of the operation.

What was the scale of the naval operation during D-Day?

• A few hundred ships

• Thousands of ships and crafts

• Only aircrafts were involved

• A small fleet of submarines

What did Hitler believe about the English Channel?

• It was easy to cross

• It was irrelevant to the war

• It was impossible to cross

• It was a minor obstacle

At what time did the naval bombardment commence on D-Day?

• 4:00 AM

• 5:35 AM

• 6:00 AM

• 7:30 AM

What was the signal given to the 800 warships?

• Cease fire

• Retreat

• Commence bombardment

• Hold position

What did the empty shells on the ships signify?

• A lack of ammunition

• The intensity of the bombardment

• A successful retreat

• A peaceful negotiation