I'd look at Band of Brothers, instead. Involves real people that were really there, not just a good story. 'Ryan' is a good 2nd choice, though.
I saw the series and read the book. The movie followed the book fairly closely - for a change.
The most touching part of BoB, was at the end of the episode when Winters talks about what he promised to God should he survive “D plus 1.”
We just finished The “Longest Day”, and will watch “Saving Private Ryan” tomorrow. I will save ABTF and BoB for the weekend. Thanks for all the suggestions.