Only two of the beaches (Juno and Gold) were linked on the first day, and all five bridgeheads were not connected until 12 June; however, the operation gained a foothold which the Allies gradually expanded over the coming months.
Only two of the beaches (Juno and Gold) were linked on the first day. All five bridgeheads were not connected until 12 June. The operation gained a foothold. This was however. The Allies gradually expanded over the coming months this foothold.