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399. The Savage Storm: World War II and The Battle for Italy

The Rest Is History

CHAPTER

The Italian Campaign: A Gripping Miscalculation

This chapter explores the Allied invasion of Italy during World War II, highlighting the shift from initial optimism to the harsh realities of a prolonged conflict. It analyzes strategic missteps, troop shortages, and the impact of Italy's political turbulence, emphasizing the complexity of wartime leadership decisions. Additionally, it examines the Italian perspective as local sentiments shifted dramatically amidst the chaos of war, revealing the human cost of these historical events.

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