Franklin D. Roosevelt D-Day Prayer

Speech

English · Radio

Franklin D. Roosevelt delivers his D-Day prayer in a solemn address to the nation. The speech reflects on the Allied forces undertaking the invasion of Europe and asks for strength, protection, and resolve for those serving in the campaign.

Presented as a direct radio address, the recording centers on Roosevelt’s measured delivery and the prayer’s formal, reverent language. Its focus is not battlefield action but the human and spiritual weight of the day, including concern for the soldiers and for the families awaiting news at home.

This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.