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Set against the backdrop of World War II, the narrative details the fierce battle for the Liri Valley in May 1944, a crucial corridor leading to Rome. The Canadian Corps faced the daunting "Hitler Line," equipped with concrete bunkers and extensive defenses. The conflict marked Canada's bloodiest day in the Italian Campaign, highlighting the immense sacrifice of young soldiers. Their relentless efforts over twenty-four days ultimately facilitated the Allies' capture of Rome, underscoring the significance of this pivotal moment in the war.
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The Liri Valley, Mark Zuehlke
- Jazyk
- Rok vydání
- 2020
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- Titul
- The Liri Valley
- Podtitul
- Canada's World War II Breakthrough to Rome
- Jazyk
- anglicky
- Autoři
- Mark Zuehlke
- Vydavatel
- Douglas and McIntyre (2013) Ltd.
- Rok vydání
- 2020
- Vazba
- měkká
- Počet stran
- 530
- ISBN13
- 9781771622837
- Kategorie
- Dějiny / Historie
- Anotace
- Set against the backdrop of World War II, the narrative details the fierce battle for the Liri Valley in May 1944, a crucial corridor leading to Rome. The Canadian Corps faced the daunting "Hitler Line," equipped with concrete bunkers and extensive defenses. The conflict marked Canada's bloodiest day in the Italian Campaign, highlighting the immense sacrifice of young soldiers. Their relentless efforts over twenty-four days ultimately facilitated the Allies' capture of Rome, underscoring the significance of this pivotal moment in the war.