We Were There at the Normandy Invasion

"We Were There at the Normandy Invasion" by Clayton Knight is a story that follows a young boy named André and his family during World War II. Living in Normandy, they become involved with the Underground Resistance, known as the Maquis, and the chaos of the D-Day invasion. The tale begins by introducing André Gagnon, his family, and their village. Rumors soon begin to spread of an upcoming invasion; the Gagnons take part by hiding a British pilot while they work with the Maquis. The story paints a picture of what life was like under Nazi control, showing André's interactions with German soldiers, his family's worries, and how the villagers helped. The story shows the obstacles they will face when the invasion they have been waiting for finally occurs.