D-Day Casualties

The number of soldiers killed, wounded, or missing in action during the Normandy invasion, highlighting the heavy human cost of the operation.

Cx. CWS-66 Bazooka

An American anti-tank rocket launcher, designed to be used by infantry. It was a key weapon for the Allied forces in World War II.

Curtiss P-40 Warhawk

A single-seat fighter aircraft widely used by the United States and Allied forces during World War II, known for its rugged construction and effectiveness in combat against Japanese aircraft in the Pacific Theater.

Curare

A potent muscle relaxant, sometimes used by Allied forces during World War II, particularly in the Pacific Theater, to subdue enemy soldiers and facilitate capture.

Cuckoo Call

A code word used by Allied forces during World War II to signal the imminent start of an attack or operation.

Curtiss P-36 Hawk

A single-seat fighter aircraft used by the United States Army Air Forces and other Allied forces before and during World War II, known for its speed and maneuverability.

Curtiss C-46 Commando

A twin-engine transport aircraft widely used by the United States Army Air Forces and other Allied forces during World War II, known for its reliability and versatility in a variety of missions.

Ct. Combined Air-Sea Rescue

The coordinated efforts by Allied air and naval forces to locate, rescue, and evacuate downed aircrews and shipwrecked sailors from hostile waters or enemy-controlled territories.

Ct. Combined Communications Networks

The establishment and operation of integrated communication networks linking Allied forces across different countries and branches of service during World War II, enabling efficient command and control.

Ct. Combined Prisoner of War Management

The coordinated efforts by Allied forces to capture, detain, and manage prisoners of war from Axis countries, ensuring their humane treatment and proper accounting.