What was the code name for the Allied invasion of Southern France on August 15th, 1944?

The code name for the Allied invasion of southern France on August 15th, 1944 was Operation Dragoon. This name was chosen to align with the overarching theme of military operations during World War II, as previous invasions had been given names related to celestial bodies. Dragoon is a term used to describe mounted infantry, which symbolized the rapid movements and shock effect that the Allies aimed to achieve with the invasion. Additionally, the name reflected the mission's objective of establishing a strong foothold in southern France to support the ongoing Allied operations in the region and ultimately contribute to the liberation of Western Europe from German occupation.