Commandos are seen here wading ashore from landing craft, onto the beaches of Normandy, June 1944. On 6 June 1944, around 4,300 Allied personnel lost their lives serving their country in what would be the largest amphibious invasion ever launched. This year marks the 70th anniversary of the Normandy Landings, centred around the date of invasion, 6 June, known as “D-Day”. A series of major commemorations are planned to mark this historic occasion, with events planned in both the United Kingdom, and at various locations along the Normandy Coast. *Organization: MOD *Object Name: Lib10 *Keywords: D-Day, France, Beach, Historical, Landing, Normandy, D Day, 70th Anniversary, Landing craft *Country: France