Atkinson, Rick

The Day Of Battle: The War in Sicily and Italy 1943-44 (Liberation Trilogy)

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ISBN 13:
9780349116358
author:
Atkinson, Rick
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Abacus
language:
English
Publication Year:
2013
Pages:
816
Dimensions:
19.2 x 12.6 x 4.2 cm
Genre:
History, World History, World War II 1939-1945,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£14.07

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The Day of Battle: The War in Sicily and Italy, 1943-1944 by Rick Atkinson In the summer of 1943, the Allies launched a major invasion of Sicily, a move that would prove to be a turning point in the war in Italy. The campaign was marked by brutal fighting and intense debate among military leaders, including Roosevelt and Churchill, about the wisdom of the invasion. Despite the challenges, the Allies persevered, pushing the Germans up the Italian peninsula and ultimately liberating Rome in June 1944. The Italian campaign was a complex and bloody series of battles, including the difficult and lethal engagements at Salerno, Anzio, and Monte Cassino. Through an astonishing array of primary source material, Atkinson brings this pivotal moment in history to life with great drama and flair. This is a narrative history of the first rank, offering a gripping and authoritative account of one of the most significant conflicts of World War II. With meticulous research and a masterful narrative style, Atkinson sheds new light on this often-overlooked chapter in the war. The result is a compelling and informative book that will appeal to anyone interested in history, World War II, or the Allied victory.

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