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James Holland

05/24/25

@ Lex Fridman

D-Day involved 6,939 vessels, including 1,213 warships, 4,127 assault craft, and 12,500 aircraft, with 155,000 men landing in a 24-hour period, showcasing the scale of the operation.

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James Holland: World War II, Hitler, Churchill, Stalin & Biggest Battles | Lex Fridman Podcast #470

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James Holland: World War II, Hitler, Churchill, Stalin & Biggest Battles | Lex Fridman Podcast #470

05/24/25

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