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The Savage Storm

The Battle for Italy 1943

Book • 2024

James Holland's 'The Savage Storm' provides an unflinching and insightful look at the opening months of the Italian Campaign.

The book weaves together letters, diaries, and other documents to recount the battles from the perspectives of Allied, Axis, and civilian participants.

It reappraises the reputations of senior commanders and highlights the challenges faced by Allied troops due to limited resources allocated to Italy.

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