April 1944 – World War II at 80

April 1944 – World War II at 80

The tempo of the war intensified at the start of the second quarter of 1944. April saw a return of bombing missions over the Ploiesti oil fields in Romania used by the German forces. Meanwhile, Allied forces massing in England were beginning their final preparations...
World War II at 80

World War II at 80

D-Day at 80     A Look Back at World War 2 Ronald P. May Introduction to Article Series: The year leading up to that end (1944) was filled with key battles and operations that are all turning 75 this year.  This article begins a monthly series that will take a closer...