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Residents of France Aided Invasion
A French Allied front report details French population reactions during the early invasion period. Norman references to welcome, underground cooperation, and the varied hope and fear as Allied forces moved inland. De Gaulle’s Normandy reception drew emotional displays and support for liberation efforts.
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Richard Masische
Axgprena
France
Rome
Hercher
Associated Press
Charles de
Cherbourg
Normandy
S2nd Airborne Division
St. Jacques de Nehue
Sth
Barneville