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Many things were significant -

It was and still is the largest amphibious and parachute invasion ever.

It was the largest seaborne landing of armoured vehicles ever

It was the first time a landing force prevailed against a much larger entrenched force.

It was the largest gathering of naval firepower ever

It was the first time amphibious armour was used in war.

There were more airborne attack sorties that one day than ever before( and possibly since)

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