nned out assault was carried out on the beaches of Normandy. In May, while preparing the invasion, the Allied forces were sending fake radio signals to different locations. Futhermore, the also had rows of inflatable tanks and landing craft situated away from the true staging area. All these factors confused the Germans. They sensed an attack but were unsure of the location. Also, they were confused as to the size of the attack.On D-Day, five thousand Allied ships crossed the english channel and started what is still the most intense bombardment in naval history. In addition, under the cover of thousands of airplanes, the Allied armies amphibious forces landed on Omaha beach, Utah, Juno, Gold, and Sword. On Omaha beach and Utah beach, the troops found nothing but slaughter. However, on Juno beach, Gold beach, and Sword beach, the Allied forces made their way through lighter defenses and easier terrain. Within a day, the joined naval forces combined with the airborne pushed their way into France eventually ridding it of all German influence. After swiftly conquering France, the troops pushed on. They forced Nazi control and influence out of Belgium, Holland, and Luxemburg. In December, they were met by a counter-attack of the German forces, this only caused a temporary delay. The Allies drove relentlessly onward, Finally crossing into Germany in March, 1945.As the Allies advanced into Germany, the Soviets moved in from Poland, seized Austria, and approached Berlin. The two armies met at the Elbe River and spliting Germany in two. At this point the war came to a rapid end. German armies were cut to pieces and pounded from the air frequently. On May 2th, both Allied forces met and entered Berlin. Just five days later, Germany surrendered unconditionally. Germany was eventually divided into four zones, each zone was to be occupied by either British, French, Soviet or American military at all times. Sadly, while the Allied forces made thei...
