Today in World War II History—July 8, 1944
Monday, July 8, 2019 by Sarah Sundin
75 Years Ago—July 8, 1944: In Normandy, British & Canadians launch assault on Caen and enter the city.
British launch 1750 barrage balloons south of London to combat German V-1 buzz bombs.
US Army commands all Post Exchanges, theaters, and transportation to be open to all races.