Editors, Charles River
The Italian Campaign of World War II: The History of the Allied Operations That Knocked Fascist Italy Out of the War
- ISBN 13:
- 9781537335827
- author:
- Editors, Charles River
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2016
- Pages:
- 106
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 x 0.6 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History, Military History, World War II,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Italian Campaign of World War II: A Turning Point in the War The island of Sicily, with its snow-crowned volcano Mount Etna, played a pivotal role in 1943's Allied operations. Operation Husky, a mixed victory, wrested control of Sicily from the Axis, causing significant portions of Italy to fall out of the fascist camp. This battle also led to the downfall of Benito Mussolini, his imprisonment, and a dramatic rescue by Otto Skorzeny. The Allied debate over landing in France was a crucial moment in the war. The British and Americans ultimately decided against a direct landing, while the Soviets, who had aided Hitler's expansionism in eastern Europe, criticized the Western Allies as "bastards of allies". The lackluster Allied showing on Sicily and the escape of most of the island's garrison encouraged Hitler to alter his plans and defend Italy vigorously. This book provides a detailed account of the Italian Campaign, including pictures, personal accounts from both sides, and online resources for further reading. A table of contents is also included, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in World War II history.
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