D-DAY 80th Anniversary 50G Plateau Minted Silver Coin 5$ Solomon Islands 2024
 
CELEBRATE THE LARGEST SEABORNE INVASION IN HISTORY
80th anniversary of d-day
 
This amazing coin is struck with the Plateau Minting Technique creating a stunning dome-shaped product. The obverse side portrays troops advancing into the Normandy border, while the reverse side features a quote from Dwight D. Eisenhower, along with representations of five code names of three countries entering the war zone,
 
The 80th anniversary of D-Day commemorates the Allied invasion of Normandy on 6 June 1944, a monumental turning point in World War II. Operation Overlord is the largest seaborne invasion in history. American troops played a central role in this operation, contributing significantly to the success of the Allied advance.

The outcome of D-Day helped secure America‘s position as a key player in the Allied coalition and solidified its role as a world leader in promoting peace and democracy. Additionally, the sacrifices made by American soldiers during the invasion underscored the nation‘s unwavering commitment to defending liberty and justice, leaving an indelible mark on American history and collective memory. Among the code-named sectors, Utah and Omaha represented the American troops, Gold and Sword were designated for the British fighters, while Juno stood for the Canadian soldiers.