Pointe du Hoc, Normandy

Pointe du Hoc played a pivotal role in World War II during the D-Day invasion on June 6, 1944. Situated on the Normandy coast in France, it was a strategic German fortified position. On D-Day, U.S. Army Rangers scaled the 100-foot cliffs to capture the battery of six coastal guns and secure the area. The heroic assault and eventual victory at Pointe du Hoc enabled the Allies to establish a foothold in Normandy and marked a significant turning point in the war. Today, the site stands as a poignant memorial to the bravery and sacrifice of those who fought in the liberation of Europe.Read more