Taking Paris

In the spring of 1944, the Allied forces launched their final assault on Nazi-occupied Paris. Taking Paris follows the dramatic true story of the liberation of France's greatest city, weaving together the perspectives of soldiers, resistance fighters, and civilians caught in the crossfire. Martin Dugard masterfully chronicles the strategic military operations, daring acts of courage, and the human cost of reclaiming one of the world's most beloved capitals. From the beaches of Normandy to the streets of Paris, this gripping narrative captures the tension, sacrifice, and triumph of one of World War II's most pivotal moments.