"Face the Nation" looks back at the allied invasion of France that marked the beginning of the end of World War II

"Face the Nation" looks back at the allied invasion of France that marked the beginning of the end of World War II.

• Jun 1, 2014
• 2:35

Stephanie Riggs has the story of the Women Airforce Service Pilots, the WASPs, whose sacrifices during World War II were barely known, until now

Chances are the invading Allied troops of D-Day would’ve faced an even tougher fight on the beaches of Normandy if not for some special pilots spreading their wings in the run-up to the attack. Stephanie Riggs has the story of the Women Airforce Service Pilots, the WASPs, whose sacrifices during World War II were barely known, until now.

• Jun 1, 2014
• 5:38

75 years since D-Day

On June 6, 1944, Allied forces stormed the beaches in Normandy, France, with the goal of defeating Nazi Germany. Alex Kershaw is a historian and author of "The First Wave: The D-Day Warriors Who Led the Way to Victory in World War II." He joined Major Garrett for a closer look at what the iconic day means.

• Jun 5, 2019
• 8:00

CBS Reports (1964): "D-Day Plus 20 Years - Eisenhower Returns to Normandy"

The Allied invasion of Nazi-controlled France on June 6, 1944 was the largest military invasion in history, involving nearly 160,000 service members arriving by ship and air at Normandy. Its success turned the tide of World War II. Two decades after D-Day, former Gen. Dwight D. Eisenhower, who was Supreme Commander in charge of the operation, returned to Normandy. Eisenhower talked with CBS News' Walter Cronkite about his experiences in June 1944, the tactical decisions behind Operation Overlord, and how British Prime Minister Winston Churchill was talked out of joining the invading forces. Eisenhower and Cronkite visited the Allies' war room on England's southern coast; the coast of France, including Pointe du Hoc and Omaha Beach; and the American military cemetery at St. Laurent-on-the-Sea. This special broadcast of "CBS Reports," featuring newsreel footage of the invasion, originally aired in 19 countries around the world on June 5, 1964.

• Jun 5, 2019
• 1:22:15

Inside Churchill and Roosevelt's relationship

The "special relationship" between the U.S. and Britain was built over centuries and forged on the battlefields during World War II. As we approach the 75th anniversary of D-Day, much of the credit belongs to two men, President Franklin Roosevelt and Prime Minister Winston Churchill. David Martin explains.

• Jun 4, 2019
• 2:56

Trump attends D-Day commemoration in England

President Trump joins Queen Elizabeth II and other world leaders in Portsmouth, England for the 1st of two days of events marking the 75th anniversary of the D-Day Allied invasion of Normandy.

• Jun 5, 2019
• 9:33

World leaders gather in Normandy for D-Day

Leaders from around the world are starting two days of observances to remember the 75th anniversary of D-Day. President Trump and Queen Elizabeth are part of this morning’s ceremony in Portsmouth, England, one of the main departure points for the WWII invasion of German-occupied France. German Chancellor Angela Merkel is also there, along with representatives from all 16 allied nations that took part in D-Day. Anthony Mason reports from Normandy.

• Jun 5, 2019
• 2:42

Trump tries to walk back Meghan Markle insult

Wednesday's D-Day ceremony in Portsmouth, England is the last stop on President Trump's state visit to Britain. Before leaving, the president tried to clear up a comment that overshadowed the start of his trip. Paula Reid reports.

• Jun 5, 2019
• 3:04

WWII veterans reflect on D-Day anniversary

World War II veterans are making an emotional return to the shores of Normandy for the 75th anniversary of D-Day. The organization Forever Young Senior Veterans is bringing 14 men back. Among them is 99-year-old Sherwin Callander, one of the first men to arrive at Utah Beach and help take troops to shore, George Mills, who got to Normandy more than 20 days after D-Day and 96-year-old Stanley Friday, who landed at Utah Beach in August and fought throughout Europe as an army scout. "CBS This Morning" co-host Anthony Mason spoke with them about their experiences and what they hope people remember.

• Jun 5, 2019
• 5:17

CBS News Radio remembers covering WWII

We are remembering some of the heroes of World War II. On this day 75 years ago, they were making their final preparations for the largest seaborne invasion in history. CBS News Radio reported from the front lines on D-Day. The network was responsible for much of the information relayed to Americans back home. Anthony Mason reports.

• Jun 5, 2019
• 6:04

D-Day invasion archival footage

"On June 6, 1944, Allied forces stormed the beaches in Normandy, France, with the goal of defeating Nazi Germany. This is one of a series of newsreel clips, which captured the iconic day live as it happened. "

• Jun 5, 2019
• 4:28

World leaders, veterans remember D-Day

The first Allied troops who landed in Normandy on June 6,1944 eventually became a wave that drove German occupiers out of France and forced the surrender of Nazi Germany in May of 1945. But the success of D-Day came at the cost of thousands of lives. Leaders and citizens from around the world gathered to honor them Thursday morning in Normandy. President Trump said their sacrifice made it possible for liberty to survive. Anthony Mason reports.

• Jun 6, 2019
• 2:32

Trump and Macron to meet after D-Day ceremony

Thursday's somber ceremony in Normandy commemorating D-Day will be followed by political meetings between two allies that don't always see eye-to-eye. President Trump and French president Emmanuel Macron will meet in nearby Caen to discuss a series of topics. Paula Reid reports from Normandy.

• Jun 6, 2019
• 1:52

This D-Day may be "last time" vets return

Thursday morning's speeches in Normandy commemorating the 75th anniversary of D-Day highlighted the sacrifices of the troops who took part in the invasion. CBS News correspondent Mark Phillips has covered several of these D-Day ceremonies. He joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss what he's learned from speaking with veterans leading up to the anniversary of that fateful day.

• Jun 6, 2019
• 5:14

Veteran returns to Omaha Beach for first time

Seventy-five years ago Thursday, 96-year-old Army veteran Jake Larson stormed Omaha Beach. He is the last living member of his unit. D-Day was a moment that changed his life forever and yesterday was the first time he stepped back onto Omaha Beach. Anthony Mason reports.

• Jun 6, 2019
• 5:18

Historian on D-Day: "Everything was at stake"

Robert Citino, the senior historian at the National World War II Museum in New Orleans joins "CBS This Morning" co-host Anthony Mason in Normandy to discuss why the stakes were so high back on June 6, 1944 and all the ways Operation Overlord could have gone wrong.

• Jun 6, 2019
• 2:59

D-Day vet brings wife to Normandy

Sixteen million Americans served in the military during World War II. It is estimated that fewer than half a million of those veterans are still alive.With each major anniversary, the veterans get fewer and fewer and the trip for them gets harder and harder. It is fascinating to hear why people now in their 90s make the effort. Mark Phillips reports.

• Jun 6, 2019
• 4:08

Trump honors D-Day vets on 75th anniversary

President Trump spoke at a ceremony commemorating the 75th anniversary of the D-Day invasion in Normandy, honoring veterans who risked their lives for the freedom of the allied nations. Watch his full remarks.

• Jun 6, 2019
• 27:36

Normandy ceremony honors D-Day heroes

World leaders gathered in France to honor the Allied forces who landed on Normandy beaches 75 years ago. At least 170 aging veterans who took part in the operation in 1944 returned to reflect on the turning point in World War II. "CBS This Morning" co-host Anthony Mason joined CBSN from Normandy with more on the historic ceremony.

• Jun 6, 2019
• 5:27

Heroes of D-Day remembered

The D-Day invasion 75 years ago was the largest military operation by sea and air in history. Now, D-Day veterans are being honored for their heroism. Anthony Mason reports from Normandy.

• Jun 6, 2019
• 4:05

Trump honors D-Day's fallen heroes

While marking the 75th anniversary of D-Day, President Trump honored the men who fought and died in Normandy. He also paid tribute to those who fought alongside Americans. Paula Reid reports.

• Jun 6, 2019
• 1:58

D-Day war hero goes unrecognized

For years, a widow has been fighting for recognition of her late husband’s heroism during the D-Day invasion of Normandy. He was one of an estimated 1 million African Americans who served in World War II and their contributions were often overlooked. David Begnaud reports.

• Jun 6, 2019
• 2:11

D-Day veteran moves to Normandy

Hundreds of D-Day veterans traveled thosands of miles to Normandy to be there for the 75th anniversary of the historic attack. But the trip was much shorter for one American. Mark Phillips has his story.

• Jun 6, 2019
• 2:42

95-year-old vet is crossing the U.S. on foot

Our series A More Perfect Union aims to show that what unites us as Americans is far greater than what divides us. In this installment we meet Ernie Andrus, who is running from coast to coast to raise money to preserve a ship involved in the D-Day invasion. He started in Saint Simons Island, Georgia and is headed to San Diego, nearly 2,400 miles away. Now, he's in Monticello, Florida, about 170 miles into the journey. Steve Hartman caught up with Ernie when he started in March.

• Jul 4, 2019
• 4:42

Remembering Eisenhower as a "warrior for peace"

A visit to the newly-renovated Eisenhower Presidential Library, Museum & Boyhood Home in Kansas recalls the 34th president as a "warrior for peace"

• Oct 21, 2019

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