They bear names that have long become part of the collective memory: Utah Beach, Omaha Beach, Gold Beach, Juno Beach and Sword Beach. On June 6, 1944, tens of thousands of Allied soldiers landed here to open a new front in Western Europe against Nazi Germany. More than eight decades later, Normandy's beaches may receive a new historic distinction: they are on the verge of being recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The decision will be made at the end of July 2026 during the 48th session of the ...
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