> The U.S. provided the main manpower and supplies for all three major military operations in three different areas happening at about the same time. <
Ah, yes. It was an incredible feat. It was also back when when nobody gave a damn about climate change, diversity, or using the correct pronouns.
Oh, and one more point. There is much to criticize FDR about. But I will give him credit for one important thing. He did not interfere with operational planning or operational execution. He left that up to the generals and admirals.
Contrast this with LBJ’s handling of Vietnam and Bush II’s handling of Afghanistan and Iraq.
“He did not interfere with operational planning or operational execution. He left that up to the generals and admirals.”
Well said.
The success of the D-Day operation was also a huge part of the reason General Eisenhower later became President.
How I wish we had more capable military men as President. It’s a shame that we don’t.
Exceptions that ALMOST made it and I’m happy they did not: John McCain and John Kerry! Oh, wait. I DID specify they be,’capable.’ ;)