Operation Dragoon 1944 | Allied Landings in Southern France Documentary

Operation Dragoon 1944 | Allied Landings in Southern France Documentary

In August 1944, the Allies launched a second D-Day, far away from the beaches of Normandy. Known as Operation Dragoon, this invasion brought thousands of troops, ships, and aircraft to the southern coast of France. Often called the “Forgotten D-Day”, it played a vital role in liberating France and pushing back Nazi Germany.

This documentary explores the planning, the landings, and the impact of Operation Dragoon — a chapter of World War II that changed Europe’s destiny but is rarely remembered.

📖 Chapters:
0:00 Introduction
0:45 The Forgotten D-Day
2:30 Allied Strategy and Planning
5:00 The Landings in Southern France
8:20 Resistance and Liberation
12:00 Aftermath and Legacy

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📚 Resources / References

Archive.org: The Big Picture – Command Decision (1963)

Archive.org: Combat Bulletin #17 – Invasion of Southern France, 1944

U.S. Army Center of Military History – Operation Dragoon Records