What medals were given to soldiers that fought on D-day?

Canadian, and other Commonwealth soldier/sailors and air force personnel who served (within time frames, it's unlike a D-day soldier would do just one day), would have merited the France and Germany Star. read more

Most Canadian soldiers who landed at D-Day would have the 1939-1945 Star, the France and Germany Star and the 1939-1945 War Medal. read more

For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity above and beyond the call of duty on 6 June 1944, near Colleville-sur-Mer, France. On D-day, Technician 5th Grade Pinder landed on the coast 100 yards off shore under devastating enemy machinegun and artillery fire which caused severe casualties among the boatload. read more