Conversations: A Forgotten Charge that Helped Win D-Day with James Donovan
D-Day stories often focus on Omaha Beach or paratroopers behind enemy lines. But few know the harrowing story of the La Fiere Bridge charge, a nearly suicidal mission carried out by the 82nd Airborne days after June 6. Historian and bestselling author James Donovan joins History Shorts to discuss his new book, Nothing But Courage, a gripping account of bravery, leadership, and sacrifice during one of WWII's most overlooked turning points. In this episode, we explore: Why this mission has remained in the shadows of D-Day history The story of Charlie DeGlopper's heroic stand and Medal of Honor…
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