The Omaha Beach Area
This map shows the general layout of the Omaha Beach area, the major and minor roads in the area, the location of the five exits from the beach and the sub-divisions of the beach.
The D-Day Companion, ed. Jane Penrose. A selection of thirteen separate essays on different aspects of the D-Day lands, from the initial planning to post-war memorials; this is an excellent piece of work that sets the D-Day landings firmly in context. An excellent starting point for anyone who wants to learn more about Operation Overlord, but its wide range of topics means it is likely to be of value to anyone with an interest in the subject. [
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How to cite this article:
Rickard, J (14 May 2009), The Omaha Beach Area , http://www.historyofwar.org/Maps/maps_omaha_beach_area.html