Everyone on both sides knew that an invasion of France was coming in the spring of 1944. Both sides made extensive preparations.
At the same time, the Allies were struggling to secure Charles de Gaulle’s cooperation.
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Fanfare
Opening War Theme
Second Suite in F for Military Band
Composed in 1911 by Gustav Holst. Public domain.
Performed by the United States Air National Guard Band of the Northeast. Public domain recording. Source.
Closing War Theme
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