D-Day beaches inscribed on UNESCO World Heritage List
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D-Day beaches inscribed on UNESCO World Heritage ListSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxThe nomination included the five D-Day beaches known by their code names: Utah, Omaha (pictured), Gold, Juno, and Sword. PHOTO: AFPPublished Jul 26, 2026, 05:25 PMUpdated Jul 26, 2026, 05:25 PMSet as preferred sourceSummariseThe D-Day landing beaches in Normandy have been inscribed on UNESCO's World Heritage List, recognising their historic importance in World War II.The inscription covers five beaches: Utah, Omaha, Gold, Juno, and Sword, stretching over 80km of coastline.This status brings international recognition and a duty to preserve and promote the sites, as stated by Herve Morin, president of the Normandy Region.AI generatedRENNES, France – The iconic D-Day landing beaches…
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