
This order, delivered by General Dwight D. Eisenhower, was played for Allied soldiers on the eve of the D-Day invasion, June 6, 1944. The powerful address aimed to encourage and inspire the 175,000 troops embarking on the dangerous mission to liberate Nazi-occupied Europe. Eisenhower's words emphasized the importance of their role in defeating tyranny and restoring freedom, offering both reassurance and motivation before the historic assault on the beaches of Normandy. This audio recording remains a poignant reminder of the resolve and bravery that defined this crucial moment in history.