Some years ago I happened upon Pegasus bridge by accident and, fortunately, recognised it having recently read several accounts of the operation. I found it a most moving experience to stand on the end of that bridge, it was the original one then, only a few months before they replaced it, and be able to "see" exactly where those gliders landed.
All in all, an incredible operation.
Better than 617? Maybe, maybe not, just a different manifestation of extreme bravery.
Mike W