Historical Events tagged with "cassino"
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Military & Warfare
Assault on Monte Cassino Commences
February 15th, 1944 81 years ago
The assault on Monte Cassino marked a significant offensive by the Allied forces in Italy during World War II. Launched primarily by the British and Polish troops, the aim was to capture the strategically important monastery that overlooked the town of Cassino. This location had been fortified by German forces and was key to holding the German Gothic Line. The Allies faced a formidable defense and difficult terrain as they began their assault, which would ultimately involve several months of grueling combat.
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