In June 1944, hundreds of thousands of young men gathered on the south coast of England, ready for war. Their destination was the beaches of Normandy, where one of World War II’s most brutal battles took place, and the tide of the war turned.
"... It is only in this way that we can hope to arrive at truth, and fulfill the great responsibility which we hold to God and our country. Should I keep back my opinions at such a time, through fear of giving offense, I should consider myself as guilty of treason towards my country, and of an act of disloyalty toward the Majesty of Heaven, which I revere above all earthly kings."....I know not what course others may take; but as for me, give me liberty or give me death!"
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