Although my grandfather landed with the Royal Winnipeg Rifles on D day, I agree with the above post reminding us about Italy. That front was an absolute nightmare for Canadian soldiers. (check out the book "Not All Of Us Were Brave" among many others like "Ortona")
I've never looked at D Day as a tribute to only those soldiers, but to all allied soldiers who fought in Europe WWII.
I'm grateful for all who fought for the side of good in that war.
Life here in North America was pretty darn good for a long time thanks to all those boys.
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