The event took years to plan, months to prepare, weeks to position and practice—and one day to execute. On the early evening of June 5, 2019, as clouds brooded over the Normandy countryside, a formation of Douglas C-47s and other DC-3 variants delivered on the mission to re-create a critical paratrooper drop commemorating the 75th anniversary of Operation Overlord, known to most as D-Day.
Daks Drop Airborne Troops Over Normandy For 75th Anniversary
Key Takeaways:
- On June 5, 2019, the 75th anniversary of D-Day was commemorated with a large-scale re-enactment of a critical paratrooper drop in Normandy.
- Overseen by "Daks Over Normandy" and involving up to 30 Douglas C-47 (Dakota) aircraft, the event culminated years of planning and preparation.
- A significant highlight was the participation of two D-Day veterans, Harry Read (95) and John "Jock" Hutton (94), who parachuted with the British Red Devils team, creating a powerful experience for observers.
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