What was the significance of June 6, 1944 invasion of Normandy?
Answer: Canadians made a significant contribution to the defeat of Nazism and Fascism in Europe during the Second World War.
The D-Day landing at Normandy on June 6, 1944 marked a significant Canadian contribution to defeating Nazism in WWII.
All answer choices
- It led to the establishment of the Juno Awards.
- It liberated North Africa from Nazi occupation.
- Canadians made a significant contribution to the defeat of Nazism and Fascism in Europe during the Second World War. (correct answer)
- It resulted in the forcible relocation of Canadians of Japanese origin.
This practice question is based on Discover Canada, the official study guide for the Canadian citizenship test. Brush up on this topic in our History study guide.
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