ORIGINAL FOOTAGE | Omaha Beach Assault Wave | WN60 and the German Defenders | Normandy WW2 

I just want to give you a heartfelt thank you. Both of my grandfather's received the medal of Honor, on my father's side and my mother's side, respectively. I love to be able to see exactly what they saw. I live in Illinois in the United States, and will most likely never be able to step foot there in person so, your first hand account is incredible and POV filming is awesome! Again, thank you so much for your hard work and filming this. Also as it is Christmas, Merry Christmas to you and yours. I'm sorry, I want to add that I really love the map overlays and trench overlays you do as well as the point of view positions and trench overlays. Maybe I'm the only one here, but as someone who studies war, I really appreciate that stuff and I know it takes a lot. So thank you for that as well!

My dad came ashore on that beach and survived the whole war. He was a great man miss you Dad. We’ll meet again somewhere sometime.

I am a Vietnam era veteran and son of a WWII Army veteran. Dad was part of an Army AAA unit assigned to Guadalcanal 1943-44. These guys were heroes to me as a young boy. It saddens me knowing that soon the last of these brave men will depart to their eternal rest.

I'm so thankful cameras were invented to document what these men went through fighting in the most brutal war in human history, so we never forget. it's far too easy to forget after a few generations.

My Uncle was one of those brave soldiers in that first wave on Omaha Beach. He would never talk about it. He spent the rest of his life a peaceful man.

Honestly the fact that we can still go here today and see exactly where the footage was taken is amazing, huge respect to all the men who bravely fought and made the sacrifices they did

As a French Man i did appriciate your video,it's worthy!!! We the French we'll.never forget what the allies Americans English Canadians ,did for us!!! We are really grateful about this sacrifice!!! I m 69 years old i was born 10 years after the Landing! Thank you very much indeed!!! Stay safe ,God Bless! Denis From France...

Great content. As an American there are many of us who consider this place holy ground...where so many American and British and Canadian boys gave their lives to help free western Europe from the Nazi grip. Much respect for you as you clearly feel the same way. Truly was the greatest generation of selfless patriots

Meanwhile today kids protesting about pronouns.

My grandmothers fiance was in the initial wave on Omaha on D-Day. I believe dog red sector. He survived the landings and Normandy campaign but was later killed in the Hurtgen Forest, age 22. My Grandmother would go on to marry another soldier after the war, My Grandfather who landed in Normandy July 1944 and served until war's end with Patton's 3rd Army. Thank you for breaking down this iconic footage.

The young soldier who was hit and tried to get up and carry on broke my heart as i know those were his last few steps in this world. I try to imagine what was going through his head - a huge wave of adrenaline and fear mixed with a strong desire to live or confusion as he tried to figure out why his legs would not work properly......

My grandfather landed on omaha with the first wasve of the first division that morning he was a seargeant at the time he abd 2 orivates were the only survivors from his boat of 30 men ! Ever since i was young my grandfather told me about the war and the things he did . Everytime i see this viseo i cry immensley it breaks my heart but this is what my grandad endured and all the other men that fell or survived that fate full day . Im glad to learn where this footage was taken . R.i.p. all to all those men that fought there and the bravery and sacrifice they endured . God bless you all my grandfather and all those there you are my biggest heros!

I have no clue how they made it across the beach and up that hill considering the massive pair of balls they all had to carry with them! The bravery is astounding!

One of my great-grandfathers was KIA as a pilot during WWII. If there’s an afterlife I hope I get to meet him. I think all veterans deserve a big thanks (not to pat myself on the back, being a veteran myself) but I truly admire these guys that fought in WWII

Wow I'm delighted to find your video ,what a fantastic peice of historical research and also by doing so a fitting tribute to those brave young men Thank you for the time and effort that you have out into this! I am a WW2 History guide based for 18 years Paris where I gave In depth small or Private tours on the history of the occupation of the City and France So whilst that is my specific stomping ground my personal passion for WW2 history has took me all over Europe in the last 25 years visiting battlfield sites and cities in Germany connected to the war and rise of NSDAP Ive taken organised private tours with local guides who I want to support of course like in the Bastogne area or just explored a city or area on my own or with a friend wih the help of various sources , guide books ,maps etc like t we did at he Falaise gap But this caught my attention particulalrly because this is one of the exact areas I go camping in every year from Paris , at either the Hypocamp or Robinsins site to walk the particular area and then along the rest of the beach Westwards to Vierville and with a stop to rest then at the WN 72 with Its famous 88mm still in place of course . ( essential tour guide stop ] and an Ice cream and drink I get a lot of people on tours with me In Paris who have of course taken tours to the landing beaches or will be doing so , so with It being so acceesible from Paris I like to keep my hands in and Hands dirty if you like by visiting regularly And whilst I'm no "expert " accordingto my own standards ,having a good undertanding practically of the area is really important to giving context to the history of the final few months of the occupation of Paris Now happily I have found a new voyage "partner " after my old one left to return to Australia , my 11 yr old son who has accompanied me my last 2 trips and has an equally developing passion for bumkers , shell holes, and old Polish Navy Guns ! We take my little wood burner stove and cook on It as well which as you can imagine a 10 yr old loves doing , making fire, gathering and prearing all the different sized sticks we need for kindling and fuel I've shown him how to use cotton wool in little vaseline as tinder I always start my walks there with a visit to WN 60 high on the bluff with Its panoramic view of the entire beach and then down the bluff through that steep stony draw that L16 was attempting to open So I recognised It instantly at the beggining in the aerial view as' Ive walked through that shallow zig zag trench line and tobruks so many tines and took In those stunning panoramic views from it of the whole beautiful vista of the beach as It gently curves westwards. so unbeleiveable that so much carnage took place there And then seeing you standing amongst the the shingle at the bottom of the bluff as you walk East in front of what I believe Is WN 61? I can't tell you how great It is to see this knowing the area so intimately Last year because I had back surgery and camping was out for a while so we hired a mobile home at a big camp site the other extreme of the landing beaches next to Ouistreham and a 15 minute walk from Pegasus bridge This year though I'm eager to include a visit to Grandcamp and the huge Maisy Battery area whose discovery and CONTINUED excavation over the last 20 years of course has led to an ongoing controversy on the whole success or failure of Allied intelligence in the area and questioned the whoe narrative around pointe du Hoc mission and Its significance , Thanks again! History is awesome

Visited Normandy a few weeks back. Toured the American Cemetery and the overlook of the beach. A somber place indeed.

I'm.54 in 1984 a mate from school went on holiday to France, he found an empty cartridge on the beach, paper thin, no markings, on his return he gave it to me, it stayed in my box of odds and sods for years, the only distinguishable bit of the cartridge was the way the primer had been struck , not as a pin point but oval, one evening I did a search , the only gun to leave such a mark was a British bren gun, so either fired at the Dunkirk retreat or on one of the British beaches on D Day! Thought I'd share it

Beautifully done! My grandfather, Pvt. Michael Oles, came ashore somewhere along Omaha Beach about 6 weeks later as a replacement, and joined the 28th Infantry Division's, 1st Battalion, 112th Infantry Regiment as a combat medic. He would see fighting along the Siegfried Line, followed by the Huertgen Forest and was finally captured by the Germans when his Battalion Aid Station was overrun on 17th December 1944 during the Ardennes offensive. He would spend the next four and a half months as a prisoner of the Germans at Stalag 9-B. Beautifully done video! I was equally as moved and awed by my 2 visits to the area. I just subscribed.

Excellent. You really set out the situation from both sides. Those guys landing and running across the beach were just crazy brave.

I used to be the trusted beer getter for my grandpa when my great uncle showed up. They both served in WWII & would talk more as the night wore on. Uncle George had it rough in Italy. My grandpa was a replacement so within the first two weeks. They were moving fast he said. Just kids saving the world. Awe inspiring.

i spent dec1968-dec1969 in vietnam , 101st lz sally. i had numerous live fire drops from a huey into the a shau valley and i can tell you i don't see how these brave men walked on to that beach. truly our greatest generation. respects to all.

Gosh what heroes and most modern day Americans seem oblivious to what sacrifice was done!! This SHOULD be America's pride! LEST WE FORGET❤

Very enjoyable video. I am a 67 year old veteran, son of a veteran. A cousin fought in the south Pacific. I visited (business) Europe about 15 years ago, but, regretfully, could not make it to Normandy beach. It's visions of the landing that go through my mind every time I hear the National Anthem. I want to go there so badly, but it's very unlikely that I will ever make it back. Thank you for giving us this tour.

Never get over footage like this. Absolutely harrowing. Thanks Rob great video

Agree with all of the comments below, and the comments are serious, respectful and very well done. This is an absolutely stunning and beautiful presentation of Omaha Beach. Like some of the commentators , I have also been to Omaha Beach. But even having been there, the experience does not equal this video. The camera and the audio here shows so much that cannot be appreciated walking the ground at Omaha Beach. The massive 6 mile expanse of the complex battlefield is very difficult to fully appreciate on site. The filming, editing, study and loving care put into this video are nothing short of historic art. It is very difficult to put into words how powerful this work is. It has great impact, and should be required viewing for serious students of WW ll history in high school, college and graduate studies for ages to come. Cannot thank you enough.

What an amazing video. My Uncle was in the Marine regiment that was in the first landing on Peleliu in the South Pacific and told similar stories. These videos bring tears to me eyes for these young men's sacrifice and bravery.

I love it when someone posts videos about retracing the steps of historical moments in human history. It's like you're walking and seeing what those who came before you saw. Truly amazing, excellent footage mate👍.

thank you very much for this genuine footage we really appreciate your effort in collecting/making these videos.

I appreciated the footage you showed and the tour of WN60. As difficult as it is to realize the losses suffered by L Company, and so many other assault companies along Omaha Beach that day, I marvel that the defenses didn't prevent the assault from capturing and piercing the vaunted Atlantic Wall for not even 24 hours. The Germans really underestimated the will of the American, British and Canadian soldiers to take losses and keep up the attack. Your filming of the sectors of fire really makes the defenses come alive for an old infantry soldier. Thanks.

Fascinating video! I'm visiting Normandy in September with my son and daughter-in-law. Looking forward to seeing this and so much more. The beauty is breath taking and it's hard to imagine so much carnage and destruction took place during that fateful battle in 1944.

Great video! Thank you for covering this footage and location with respect and reverence.

Your video is very well put together and gives us a whole new perspective on what the soldiers went through. I truly can't imagine how terrified they had to be. It's gut-wrenching. R.i.p to all the lives that were lost.

Somber and respectfully done. I’ve been to Omaha Beach and the American Cemetery twice. During my visits I had a lump in throat just thinking of the horror and heroism of those who fought and especially those who died. Your video captured some of that. The haunting music added to that feeling, as well.

Thank you so much for putting this together. Seeing the perspective of these positions is truly eye opening. My father served during WW II but was in the Pacific. I am a US Air Force veteran. It is so important to have an understanding of these details and beyond. Thank you again.

With the greatest of respect to all of these men, I do think that the cameramen were taking immense risks. They certainly weren't carrying mobile phones. Thank you for posting this.

what a great video the pictures and footage are absolutely haunting ,ive been to the beaches before but ,after this its made me decide to go back again this spring so much more to see and pay my respects once again

My Dad landed on Omaha Beach in the third wave with the 299th Army Combat Engineers. He never said much about it, only to say he lost many buddies. Praise God, he did return uninjured physically, but mentally I know he hid many unpleasant memories.

Was here last month. Reversed - started at WN60 and walked down F1 draw to Fox Red and Fox Red. Hair-raising video and narration. Thank you!!! ❤

Excellent video. Thanks for posting. I was there about 12 years ago and I still have vivid memories of that trip. Need to go back again. God bless and take are of those on both sides who fell fighting for their countries.

Good video - I like how you demonstrated WN60 and it’s elements. I appreciate that you walkę up the beach exit. Good job, thank you!

This is the best commentary I’ve seen on the infamous d-day footage. Thanks for making this video. I have to see this with my own eyes.

Don’t know how I haven’t seen your videos before. Brilliant video…

Thank you for doing this video, much appreciated.

Thank you for this video. I only seen documentaries. But juxtaposing the historical footage with filming the current state of those positions is really nostalgic and impactful! Stumbled across ur channel through shorts! Subscribed.

I wish they would have got to return to their families. They never grew old. I am forever thankful for their sacrifice ❤

I spent a week in Normandy, I visited loads of places and museums but it just want enough time, I need another week there to visit this place amongst others, great video 👍🏻

I appreciate your hard work and dedication to this video showing us what it looks like today. I’ve seen many videos about that video clip but not one of someone putting it all in one

My grandfather served as a medic during the war. My dad never really talked about him much and I'm sure his dad never talked about his experience much either. Never got to meet him but I know he endured some scary moments .

Thanks for this ! - Amazing research on your behalf and historical research Thank you - You guys are legends !

Great video , Thank You So Much for the time & resources in making it.

Great job chronicling great valor! Thank you.

Very well presented video. I have subscribed and chucked onto the G-Armoured on Patreon. G-father was 55th Fld Regt RA, so Im always looking out for relevant GA videos. Keep up the good work.

I'm a big fan Rob. Awesome video. Never been to that side of the beach but been to 62 and 70 ones

Great well made video,I have been on the D-Day beach tour and its truly fascinating and really makes you realise how brave these young men were.thank you for sharing and keep em coming 👍.

People may have made and seen videos on this before but I've never seen someone visit Omaha beach before after the war and explain a load of events that happened. I love your channel and I think the fact you travel to these historic places to get first hand footage of what you're actually talking about is great! Great job man 😁

Great job, very detailed and informative - you brought the history alive of this world-historical moment in WW2 on the Western Front.

It always gets me when you see these old dirt roads, or the old passages that they used, knowing that for nature itself no time really passes, the landscapes was there before the war, during the war, and after the war, just peacefully observing history when men were killing each-other, so when you walk at certain places it could be just like the war happened yesterday, always so eerie but yet amazing to see.

Thank you for covering the story of Omaha Beach where my grandfather served in the army Air corps and was active on D-Day while not at Omaha I'm still very proud and I appreciate you doing this for all of us who don't have the means or the time to visit these amazing an historic sites. Thank you again. Tucson, Arizona USA Resident Tech sgt. Army Air corps Gonzalo Palacio

I am amazed that this has never been shown until now that I known of never had it explained like this thank you

I enjoyed this very much, lm ex army l have never served in a combat situation as there were no conflicts when l was there. I respect all past and present service men and women, keep telling these stories so that our children’s children’s understand what all these brave men and women stand for. Lest we forget.

And keep in mind, the average age of these men is 22

Very sensitive presentation. Thank you for taking the time to reveal the maps and locations. I visited the D-Day landing areas in 2016, but never in this depth. It is most certainly hallowed ground.

Great video i went to that sight many years ago when it was all overgrown nice to see it has been cleared so we can see what it looked like,look forward to your next visit.

WOW.....never have we seen this before, thank you

So many gave so much, their lives. I hold their memories up with pride and sadness. It is up to us to live our lives in a way that would make them proud and happy!

Thank you for sharing and it's always so beautiful to see our past history and where our world came from.

The best D Day documentary I have ever seen.Well narrated great camera work and atmosphere was amazing. Subbed

Amazing, amazing job! Did you film the super high shots with a drone? Professional production!

My Grandad died serving on HMS Ajax in WW2, He was Stoker Petty Officer Joseph Simpson and I couldn`t be prouder of his service to this country, God bless you grandad

What a good job you've done with this video. Can't even imagine what it was like for them arriving to those beaches after that long boat ride

Incredible insights into the difficulties faced, great work! Subbed ✨⭐️🌟

I was so lucky to meet a gentlemen from a local town that had served and was in the first group to storm the beach . Bless each and everyone involved f those who served and are serving. Our youth today would retreat and for fit .

My dad is 98 retired Colonel still alive he doesn’t like to talk about combat loves to talk about the people he met along the way 🇺🇸

Brilliant my son was here on a school trip about two months ago he will never forget it.

Thank you for your work on this. Well done.

Around 20,000 deaths Axis and Allied combined in the space of 3 days. Heartbreaking just thinking about it.

I think you’re wrong. There aren’t many out there as good as this. Great video as always.

Great tribute to those brave men on that horrible day...loved the "first person" viewpoint walking around the site. Great job! watched this on the week of the 80th anniversary of D Day.

Thank you for making this video

I cannot imagine what these brave American soldiers went through. Some of them not older than 19 years old. We should never forget these brave men who fought and died for our freedom. Thank you from a British citizen

That's the most harrowing intro to a d-day video I've seen. Very well done! The trenches have obviously eroded alot, what kind of depth would they have been originally?

Thank you for sharing this video. The brave men gave the ultimate sacrifice and your video honors that sacrifice.

Fascinating ..can’t even imagine

Pure heroes , warriors all ...RIP😢😢 real men who were focused and determined no matter what the odds

I very much enjoyed it. Liked, subbed and voraciously consuming your preceding videos.

You mention that others have been there and made similar videos etc, but I thought your reverential tone combined with useful information made this video easily one of the better ones I've seen.

They gave their young lives.....such a sacrifice.....

We are the US! My Grandfather was there as a combat engineer, he was one of the lucky ones that came back alive. He was an amazing man and I am blessed that I had him and my Grandmother to grow up with. When I was a young man I found him dead in his kitchen, I miss both of them very much. Those men went through hell and I can not imagine how scared they were and so many that were killed as soon as they got on the beach. Dam war! And man never learns from it. We have an old corrupt senile man running our county now and we are possibly head for yet another war in the Middle East because of him.. one thing is for sure. These rotten corrupt politicians and leaders are doing it for POWER AND MONEY and they are cowards because they will always be protected while our men fight for their corruption…..

The best film I've seen yet, sincerely. We visited last year during the anniversary going everywhere possible, and took some time out up by WN60, walking the length of Omaha taking the route you did. Also we found the 'hidden' post in the woods further down that you did! Much more overgrown in '23 though. Visiting again in '24. Keep up the amazing work 🙏🏻

I really enjoyed this video, thanks for producing quality content

Imagine u just arrived and u did not even get a chance to fire a single bullet and u died already

I live in omaha, never seen this beach. We must be in the simulation

Great video! thanks. My grandad arrived on the second wave of D-Day, different beach, with the REME.

thank you for making this thoughtful and informative video.

Craziest thing about that shot is those men are getting killed and a few feet away others are watching them from behind cover and standing straight up as if nothing is happening.

Crazy to think that he did all that training, put-on brand new clothes and equipment, and then died as soon as he gets on the field without even firing a single shot.

Superbly introduced intimate trip into the venerable theatre of heroic frightening action. Thank you for taking us 👏👌

Outstanding video. Thank you.

One of the most heartbreaking scenes. Those two young men running up the beach only too lose their lives right off the boat. Where they blessed not to endure the entirety of the war.

My Uncle Don Cockerham came ashore on D Day at Utah Beach; Thank God it wasnt Omaha.