Armored Thunder: The Canadian Sherbrooke Fusilier Regiment in the Normandy Campaign The book "Armored Thunder" by Mark Zuehlke tells the story of the Canadian Sherbrooke Fusilier Regiment's role in the Normandy campaign during World War II. The regiment was formed in 1937 as a part of the Canadian Army, and it played a crucial role in the liberation of Western Europe from Nazi Germany's occupation. The book explores the bravery, sacrifice, and camaraderie of the soldiers who fought in the regiment, and how their experiences shaped the course of history. The plot of the book revolves around the preparations made by the Canadian government to prepare the regiment for the invasion of Normandy, which was code-named Operation Overlord. The author describes the training process that the soldiers underwent before D-Day, including the rigorous physical and mental preparations they had to endure to become proficient in the use of armored vehicles. The book also highlights the importance of technology evolution in warfare, particularly the development of the Sherman tank, which became the backbone of the Allied forces' armored divisions. The story begins with the landing on Juno Beach, where the Sherbrooke Fusiliers were among the first waves of troops to hit the beaches. The author describes the chaos and confusion of the initial landings, where the soldiers had to navigate through minefields and enemy fire to reach the safety of the beach.

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