INCREDIBLE colourised pictures show D-Day troops storming the beaches of Normandy in 1944.

The astonishing snaps capture Allied Forces landing in Nazi-occupied Europe have been transformed into colour to mark the 75th anniversary this week.

39 A devastated soldier is surrounded by dead bodies on Normandy beach

Artist Marine Amaral released the striking shots which show US and British troops storming the French beaches on June 5, 1944.

D-Day Invasion glider pilots gather on landing craft and British Airborne Pathfinders at Harwell check their watches in these images, taken on the night of June 5, 1944.

Other vivid colour pictures show Nazi General Erwin Rommel inspecting his defences, a German Panzer VI Tiger I Tank camouflaged in the undergrowth in Villers-Bocage, Normandy and men of the British 22nd Independent Parachute Company, 6th Airborne Division being briefed for the invasion.

The original black and white photographs were painstakingly colourised by electrician Royston Leonard, 55, from Cardiff, Wales, with each snap taking between four and five hours to complete.

39 US President Dwight D. Eisenhower addresses the troops before the battle Credit: Marina Amaral

39 Vivid pictures show the troops in action as they are transported to Normandy Credit: Marina Amaral

D-DAY COMMEMORATIONS

Hundreds of veterans will take part in commemorative events throughout the week— including those currently sailing from Dover on board the MV Boudicca to Normandy on a six-day voyage.

More than 250 veterans boarded a ship chartered by the Royal British Legion to set sail across the English Channel ahead of the anniversary on Thursday.

Many of the men who served - now all in their 90s - will return to the beaches 75 years after the historic D-Day.

Today, Theresa May will be joined by the leaders from every country that fought alongside the UK in the Battle of Normandy with the Queen, Prince Charles, members of the Armed Forces and 300 veterans.

Donald Trump will also attend during his state visit to the UK.

May sad she vows “never to forget” those who fell on the Normandy beaches 75 years ago.

She said: “The Normandy landings 75 years ago were a moment of historic international co-operation.

“And it is right that at the heart of today’s commemorations are the veterans who fought to secure the liberty and the peace that we now enjoy.

“The global challenges we face today are different in their origin and nature.

“But as we confront new and evolving threats to our security, it is more important than ever that we continue to stand together in upholding our shared values and way of life.

“That’s why the UK has this week committed our Queen Elizabeth-class aircraft carriers and F-35 fighter jets to support the efforts of Nato forces to preserve the security and collective defence of our allies.

“As I host leaders from around the world today to mark this significant moment in our shared history, we will together reflect on the continued importance of the Western alliance for all our countries’ security and prosperity."

39 Soldiers lie in beds packed closely together on a ship Credit: Marina Amaral

39 The vivid photographs give us a glimpse into the D-Day invasion Credit: Marina Amaral

39 American soldiers wade ashore on Omaha Beach Credit: Marina Amaral

39 Soldiers set their watches during the battle in newly restored photos Credit: Marina Amaral

39 Two army ships approach the shore on D-Day Credit: Marina Amaral

39 U.S troops use a lifeline to rescue several men in the water

39 British paratroops on board an aircraft en route to their drop site Credit: Marina Amaral

Fearless D-Day veteran parachutes into Normandy on battle's 75-year anniversary This Wednesday, on the 75th anniversary of the D-Day invasion, a 97-year-old veteran parachuted over Normandy in a stunning recreation of the legendary invasion

Tom Rice, of San Diego, joined other jumpers commemorating the World War II operation as thousands watched them softly floating through the bright skies

The American hero, who served with the 101st Airbone, jumped into Normandy with thousands of other parachutists in 1944

Like many other war heroes, Tom said he remains troubled by the bloody conflict

39 American troops arrive on a French beach on D-Day during the invasion of Europe Credit: Media Drum World

39 A captured German U-boat seaman is pictured with a swastika on his shirt Credit: Media Drum World

39 US Army medics give a blood transfusion on a Normandy beach Credit: Mediadrumimages / Royston Leonard

39 US soldiers wading through surf towards beachhead several days after the invasion of Normandy to replace troops that have moved inland Credit: Mediadrumimages / Royston Leonard

39 Credit: Media Drum World

Troops seen at Saint-Aubin-sur-mer on Juno Beach in Normandy during the D-Day landings of 1944

39 Members of an American landing party lend helping hands to others whose landing craft was sunk by enemy action off the coast of France. These survivors reached Utah Beach, near Cherbourg, by using a life raft. June 6, 1944 Credit: Media Drum World

39 US landing ship tanks, half-tracks carriers and other vehicles on Utah Beach after June 6 Credit: Media Drum World

39 Reinforcements on Omaha in front of the cliff of Colleville sur Mer sector Fox Red. In the foreground, a GI has passed a life belt around his ammo box Credit: Media Drum World

39 American troops land on a beach. They will serve as reinforcements for the troops at the Normandy front Credit: Media Drum World

39 Members of 12th Parachute Battalion, 5th Parachute Brigade, 6th Airborne Division, enjoy a cup of tea after fighting their way back to their own lines after three days behind enemy lines, 10 June 1944 Credit: Media Drum World

39 American troops pack onto a landing draft heading to the northern coast of France during the allied invasion Credit: Mediadrumimages / Royston Leonard

39 Lance Corporals A. Burton and L. Barnett of 6th Airborne Division guarding a road junction near Ranville, 7 June 1944. Each is armed with a Mk V Sten submachine gun. Horsa gliders can be seen in the background Credit: Media Drum World

39 Soldiers load artillery equipment, vehicles, and troops aboard LSTs in preparation for invasion of Normandy in Brixham, England, June 1, 1944 Credit: Media Drum World

39 US landing ship tanks, half-tracks carriers and other vehicles on Utah Beach after June 6 Credit: Media Drum World

39 Rommel inspecting the defences Credit: Media Drum World

39 Pvt. Walter E. Prsybyla, member of the 2nd Infantry Division, addresses Christmas cards on November 30, 1944 Credit: Media Drum World

39 US Army 4th Infantry Division Troops on Utah Red Beach D-Day Normandy 1944 Credit: Media Drum World

39 US troops arrive to disembark on Utah Beach Credit: Media Drum World

39 Troops and landing craft occupy a Normandy beach shortly after the D-Day landing Credit: Mediadrumimages / Royston Leonard

39 British troops landing on Queen area, Sword Beach Credit: Media Drum World

39 German Panzer VI Tiger I tank camouflaged in the undergrowth in Villers-Bocage, Normandy. The Battle of Villers-Bocage took place on June 13, 1944 Credit: Media Drum World

39 British Airborne Pathfinders at Harwell check their watches on the night before D-Day Credit: Media Drum World

39 D-Day Invasion glider pilots Credit: Media Drum World

39 Airborne troops smile from the door of their Horsa glider as they prepare to fly out as part of the second drop on the night of June 6 Credit: Media Drum World

39 A German soldier yells for help after his submarine is sunk in the Atlantic by US Coast Gurad Cutter. The sub was just about to attack an Allied convoy Credit: Media Drum World

39 Photo taken on the day after D-Day after relief forces reached the Rangers at Point du Hoc. The American flag had been spread out to stop fire of friendly tanks coming from inland. Some German prisoners are being moved in after capture by the relieving forces Credit: Mediadrumimages / Royston Leonard

39 D-Day itinerary

D-Day 75th anniversary — How the historic battle was fought June 6, 2019 marks the 75th anniversary of the D-Day landings in Normandy when more than 160,000 servicemen began the push to liberate France. Ships gathered in the middle of the English Channel at point called Piccadilly Circus before making their way to the Normandy beaches. Paratroopers land behind enemy lines before the main assault begins with British soldiers tasked with securing the Benouville bridge on the Caen canal with Lieutenant Den Brotheridge leading the charge. He becomes the first Allied soldier to die in the assault when he is hit in the neck by machine gun fire. US paratroopers land with the aim of securing the town of Sainte Mere-Eglise, which is on the main road to Cherbourg which is the first French town to be liberated after hours of fighting. Allied warships start to open fire on the German sea defences with HMS Warspite firing off a broadside which marks the British and Canadian assault on Juno, Sword and Gold Beaches. US forces land on Utah and Omaha Beeches and come under fire from Nazi troops. By around midday commandos and troops finally reach the key bridges after heavy fighting to meet up with the paratroopers. Prime Minister Winston Churchill addresses the House of Commons. He tells MPs: “During the night and the early hours of this morning the first of the series of landings in force upon the European continent has taken place.”

Read the remarkable stories of the returning veterans from our superb souvenir pullout

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How D-Day unfolded

39 Key facts from the 75th anniversary commemoration

D-DAY 75th anniversary - Stunning multiple aircraft flypast leaves RAF Duxford in Cambridgeshire

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