The Five Beaches

Landing Beach

Gold Beach

A British landing area where forces pushed inland and toward Arromanches, later central to Mulberry harbour logistics.

Landing Beach

Juno Beach

The Canadian landing beach, where troops faced mines, obstacles, rough seas, and fortified villages.

Landing Beach

Omaha Beach

The most costly American landing beach, defended by strong German positions overlooking difficult exits.

Landing Beach

Sword Beach

The easternmost beach, assaulted by British forces aiming toward Caen and linking with airborne troops near the Orne.

Landing Beach

Utah Beach

The westernmost landing beach, assaulted by U.S. forces with support from airborne troops behind the coast.