NORMANDY, France (June 04, 2019) On June 6, 1944, Allied forces conducted Operation Overlord across a 50-mile stretch of the Normandy coast of a France, launching a pivotal effort against Nazi Germany. American, British, and French military members are joining our nation’s leaders this week to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice and gave their lives in defense of their nation on that fateful day – June 6, 1944. B-Roll includes Utah Beach and a nearby monument dedicated to the Sailors and officers of the United States Navy who participated in D-Day. (U.S. Navy video by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Sarah Villegas)