Tragedy at Slapton Sands

National Mall and Memorial Parks

  • Apr 19, 2024 at 2:00 PM and 4:00 PM
  • Free

During D-Day preparations in Devon, Great Britain, tragic events at Slapton Sands disrupted the plans. Dress rehearsals for the landings in Normandy were almost completely stopped. Join a ranger to explore this untold story of D-Day that almost changed the landings themselves.

Fees

This event is free to attend.

Location

World War II Memorial (contact station)

Schedule

Date:

Apr 19, 2024

Time:

2:00 PM, 4:00 PM

Duration:

30 minutes

Contact Information

Ranger Paul O'Brian
(202) 426-6841

Event Type

  • Talk