Encyclopaedia Britannica Presents: WWII Infographic Explainers: Utah Beach

The video discusses the US 4th Infantry Division's assault on Utah Beach and the role of the 82nd and 101st Airborne Divisions in capturing key positions. It contrasts the organized landings at Utah with the chaotic ones at Omaha Beach. The airborne troops faced significant challenges due to scattered drop zones, leading to a perception of a larger assault by German defenders. Despite heavy casualties, the airborne landings contributed to the success at Utah Beach, allowing US forces to penetrate deeply into Normandy by the end of D-Day.

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