Just In Case D-Day Failed, Eisenhower Had a Prepared Statement

From Mental Floss.

General Eisenhower and his staff had prepared as much as they could for the invasion.  But, there is always the possibility that it might fail.  Just in case, Ike had these words:

"Our landings in the Cherbourg-Havre area have failed to gain a satisfactory foothold and I have withdrawn the troops.  My decision to attack at this time and place was based on the best information available.  The troops, the air and the Navy did  all that bravery and devotion to duty could do.

"If any blame  or fault attaches to the attempt it is mine alone."

Sure Glad He Didn't Have to Read This One.  --Brock-Perry