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When the Sea Came Alive

An Oral History of D-Day

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When the Sea Came Alive

De: Garrett M. Graff
Narrado por: Edoardo Ballerini, Garrett M. Graff, full cast
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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • “Absolutely gripping.”—Ron Charles, The Washington Post • “A masterpiece of oral history…stirring, surprising, grim, joyous, moving, and always riveting.”—Evan Thomas • “Gripping and propulsive...Readers will be spellbound.”—Publishers Weekly (starred review)

From the New York Times bestselling author of The Only Plane in the Sky and Pulitzer Prize finalist for Watergate comes the most up-to-date and complete account of D-Day—the largest seaborne invasion in history and the moment that secured the Allied victory in World War II.

June 6, 1944—known to us all as D-Day—is one of history’s greatest and most unbelievable military triumphs. Though the full campaign lasted a little over two months, the surprise sunrise landing of more than 150,000 Allied troops on the beaches of occupied northern France is one of the most consequential days of the 20th century. It was the moment that turned the tide for the Allied forces and ultimately led to the defeat of the Axis powers in World War II, freeing Europe from the clutches of fascism and tragedy. In the decades since, countless stories of bravery, brotherhood, and sacrifice have made up and sustained our collective memory. Now, Pulitzer Prize finalist Garrett M. Graff, historian and author of The Only Plane in the Sky and Watergate, brings them all together in a one-of-a-kind oral history that explores this seminal event in vivid, heart-pounding detail.

The story begins in the opening months of the 1940s, as the Germany army tightens its grip around eastern and western Europe, seizing control of entire nations on the ground and bombarding others into submission by air. The United States, who has resolved to remain neutral, is forced to enter the conflict after an unexpected attack by the Japanese at Pearl Harbor. For the second time in fifty years, the world is at war, with the stakes higher than they’ve ever been before.

Then, in 1943, as morale and resources start to wane, Allied leaders Franklin D. Roosevelt and Winston Churchill meet in Casablanca to discuss a new plan for victory: a coordinated invasion of occupied France, led by General Dwight D. Eisenhower. Failure, it is understood, is not an option. Over the next eighteen months, under the codename OVERLORD and a deep veil of secrecy, the large-scale action is organized, mobilizing soldiers across Europe by land, sea, and sky. And when the day comes, it is unlike anything the world has ever seen.

These moments and more are seen in real time, through the eyes of those who experienced them: the children and citizens whose towns are suddenly populated by troops training on the coast of England; the COSSAC planners bent over maps and meteorological reports, making sure that every scenario is planned through; the airmen and paratroopers glancing out the sides of their planes, ready to jump into occupied territory and fight; the intelligence operatives seeding disinformation with the enemy so that they don’t catch on to the Allied plan; the army correspondents and journalists taken along for the ride, unaware that they will have a front seat to history; the generals and leaders upon whom the weight of their mission rests; and the young men, with no idea of what awaits them, boarding landing craft bound for Normandy, ready to lay down their lives for a cause greater than themselves.

A visceral drama, When the Sea Came Alive is the most comprehensive account of D-Day that we have yet to see, and an unforgettable, fitting tribute to the men and women of the Greatest Generation.

©2024 Garrett M. Graff (P)2024 Simon & Schuster Audio
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Editorial Review

Eight decades later, the voices of D-Day live on
It’s June 6, 1944, and along the beaches of Normandy, one of the most significant operations in military history is underway: Operation Overlord, the Allied invasion of Nazi-occupied France, and the beginning of the milestone campaign that would propel the Allies to victory in World War II. In When the Sea Came Alive, journalist Garrett M. Graff ventures to craft a comprehensive, compassionate portrait of the momentous event now known simply as “D-Day.” Graff curated the accounts of hundreds of folks intimately involved, from those who planned the assault, to those whose boots tread through the sand, to the French civilians who watched it all unfold. I’m really looking forward to hearing this one—like Graff’s Audie-winning The Only Plane in the Sky, this oral history is performed by a full cast including the author and decorated narrator Edoardo Ballerini, promising a chronicle that truly shines in audio.. — Alanna M., Audible Editor

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One of the Best... Must Listen/Must Buy Audiobook

If you are a fan of WWII history, just stop reading this review and buy this audiobook.

This book is a long listen, but it is well researched, written, and performed. It is one of the best audiobooks, with testimonials from all ranks— from Churchill and Roosevelt to the average German and American soldier - with authentic-sounding actors providing an oral history of D-Day.

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Comprehensive.

Expansive story. Well told. Many primary sources & voices. Some I have not heard previously. Highly recommended.

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Best audio book I’ve ever listened to.

It’s like sitting on the porch listening to guys tell war stories…stories you never knew.

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Amazing perspectives

I have never read a book based on pov style of personal recollections. took a while to get used to individual statements of a sentence or less. this was especially distracting in the first portion of the book building up to D-Day. however once the attack started this style became very interesting. especially hearing same event described form multiple perspectives. my favorite part was the chapter describing people's reactions to hearing news of the invasion

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Just a great "oral" history of d day

nothing to dislike...nicely presented from all points of view...enjoyed listening as I did my daily walk...made the steps and miles "fly" by

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Personal, Thorough, Riveting

This is the first book I have listened to that involved the voices of many actors. I found this quite interesting. Also, I enjoyed the broader coverage of all five landing beaches and intense firefights for bridges and other strategic locations.

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Courage in Honor

Exceptional way to see history through the eyes of those who lived it. I have an even greater respect for those men & women!

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Amazing Re-telling of the Story of D-Day!

If you are a history buff, or if your grandfather served in WWII or if you simply want to learn, then this is the book for you. No one book can tell each individual's story of his experience on that longest day. However, if you want to learn through the story of men who were there, this is the audiobook for you. If you've got a long drive ahead, this book will keep you company. I highly recommend Mr. Graff's book.

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amazing detail and continuity

arrange of chapters and the cast were excellent. truly glad I listened to this book

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Great book, but......

This is a very interesting book, but it's one of the few audible listens that's probably better read. It just got very convoluted, and long. I wish I had gotten it in print form.

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