Description
This sweeping narrative follows the Allied campaign in Italy from the invasion of Sicily in July 1943 through the hard-fought advance up the peninsula and the liberation of Rome. Drawing on vivid firsthand accounts and meticulous research, it portrays the soldiers, commanders, civilians, and political leaders caught in a brutal campaign marked by daunting terrain, fierce resistance, and devastating loss. The book explores the human cost of war, the complexity of coalition warfare, and the difficult choices that shaped the Allied path to victory. Rich in detail and urgency, it combines battlefield history with a deeply personal portrait of courage, endurance, and sacrifice.
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Published Jan 1, 2007
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First Published
2007
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for The Day of Battle by Rick Atkinson.