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Invasion! – Canadians and the Battle of Normandy, 1944

Temporary exhibition
June 3–Nov. 17, 2024

An exhibition developed by the Canadian War Museum, Ottawa

Invasion! – Canadians and the Battle of Normandy, 1944 marks the 80th anniversary of the epic campaign. This panel exhibition dives into the history and legacy of the battle through powerful photographs and reproduced archival items. Explore key events and the lived experiences of seven Canadian participants.

Temporary exhibition
June 3–Nov. 17, 2024

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Invasion! Canadians and the battle of Normandy, 1944

The D-Day landings and the Battle of Normandy opened another front in the war against Germany — an important step towards the Allies’ May 1945 victory in Europe.

Discover the online exhibition here

Photo at top of page:
The Allied Armada
Royal Canadian Navy, photographer Gilbert Alexander Milne
George Metcalf Archival Collection
Canadian War Museum 20150216-004_6a

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