The Story of D Day and tour can be found here - https://www.northdevon-aonb.org.uk/sites/default/files/resources/D%20Day%20Booklet%20Final.pdf
In the story of World War II the beautiful county of Devon might appear an idyllic sanctuary remote from conflict but, in fact, it was one of the most militarised counties in England. Both the southern and northern coastlines were considered vulnerable to German invasion and because Plymouth and Exeter were within reach of the Luftwaffe’s bases in France they suffered heavy bombardment. The Battle of Britain reached as far west as Plymouth and Devon’s airfields became vital to the defence of the western approaches in the Battle of the Atlantic. In the event Devon was only invaded by friendly outsiders. Evacuees and refugees came to escape the war needing the support and generosity of the people of Devon. In 1943 the arrival of thousands of American G.I.s brought the county to the forefront of preparations for the liberation of Europe and introduced a new and exciting culture to a war weary population.