Events tagged with "john p lucas"

Historical Events tagged with "john p lucas"

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Military & Warfare

Allied Forces Launch Operation Shingle

January 22nd, 1944 81 years ago

Operation Shingle was a critical Allied assault on Anzio and Nettuno in Italy, designed to outflank German defenses and secure a beachhead. This amphibious landing began on January 22, 1944, with the intent of diverting German troops from the Cassino front. Led by General John P. Lucas, the operation initially faced challenges due to strong German resistance, but it was aimed at facilitating an advance towards Rome and reinforcing the exhausted Anzio campaign.