= Weather forecasting for Operation Overlord
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Weather forecasting played a critical role in the planning and execution of Operation Overlord, the Allied invasion of Normandy, which began on June 6, 1944, widely known as D-Day. The success of the invasion was heavily dependent on favorable weather conditions, as the operation involved a large naval and air assault that required clear visibility, moderate sea conditions, and limited wind.
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