World War II

60 years ago. On the day of June 6th, 1944 the Allied Forces stormed France's Omaha beach by land, air and sea. D-Day. Thousands of American, Canadian and British soldiers, under cover of the greatest air and sea bombardment of history, broke through the "impregnable" perimeter of Germany's "European Fortress" in what was the first phase of the invasion and liberation of the Continent. The Allied forces achieved perhaps the most significant victory in one of the greatest wars this world has known. World War II.

Such a battle could not have been won if not for the operations occurring in the air above. Tactical bombardment of enemy positions was critical to the invasion. The objective of the airborne assault was to slow the enemy's ability to organize and launch counter-attacks. The airborne operations were aimed to seize key objectives, such as bridges, road crossing, and terrain features.

Some 13,000 American paratroopers from the 82nd and 101st Airborne Divisions landed in occupied-France in the early morning in coordination with the naval advancement. Although the paratroopers faced much opposition, being scattered and at times surrounded by enemy forces. The courage of these paratroopers showed through as they banded together, behind enemy lines. They were able to achieve success in their missions.


The country of Niue recognizes the addition of Nose Art to the Allied aircraft. Typically this artwork was added to the aircraft by the pilots and troops assigned to the craft. This Nose Art was said to be an expression of memories of home and peacetime life. A type of psychological protection against the stresses of war and probability of death. The Niue 2011 WWII Nose Art 1oz Silver Proof Coin Set, was created in celebration of this famous wartime imagery.

Whether you have the financial ability to celebrate this cause or not. Please take the time to celebrate those that fought for our freedoms during the 2nd World War.