They jumped into darkness with almost no chance of survival.Bestselling author James Donovan joins Why Wars Happened to reveal the untold story of the 82nd Airborne on D-Day — chaos, courage, and the impossible mission that made victory possible.⏱ Timestamps00:00 – Welcome to Why Wars Happened01:08 – The 82nd Airborne’s D-Day mission03:34 – Strategic importance of bridges05:53 – Challenges & obstacles09:55 – The chaotic night jump14:43 – Eisenhower’s contingency letter19:26 – Battle of the Bulge connections20:17 – Casualties & courage22:37 – Leadership of Ridgeway & Gavin26:59 – Training & initiative31:59 – Lafayette Bridge assault35:15 – Legacy & remembrance37:03 – Donovan’s research & connection#DDay #82ndAirborne #WWII #Paratroopers #MilitaryHistory #WhyWarsHappened