June 6, 1944 marked history’s largest amphibious assault: Operation Overlord, better known as D-Day. In Overlord, Max Hastings delivers a dense and dramatic portrait of this pivotal campaign. Drawing on firsthand testimonies from American, British and German soldiers, along with newly uncovered military records, Hastings offers a vivid, often surprising perspective on the invasion and the fierce weeks that followed.
While Allied forces enjoyed unmatched air and sea power, Hastings reveals how tenacious German defense and logistical challenges turned Normandy into a grueling battlefield. His narrative overturns conventional heroism by highlighting strategic dilemmas, human cost and crucial moments that shaped the liberation of Europe.
- Eyewitness accounts from both Allied and German participants
- Analysis of tactical decisions and leadership under fire
- Previously untapped archives and historical documents
- A balanced, comprehensive study of the Normandy campaign
Combining rigorous scholarship with compelling storytelling, Overlord reshapes our understanding of D-Day and its lasting impact on World War II.
