Historical Events tagged with "winter line"
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Military & Warfare
Allied Forces Assault Monte Cassino
January 17th, 1944 81 years ago
Allied forces launched an offensive against Monte Cassino in an effort to breach the Winter Line in Italy and advance towards Rome. This was the first of four planned assaults aimed at overcoming the steep defenses held by German troops. The Allies faced fierce resistance, leading to substantial casualties during the campaign. The operation would unfold over four months and result in significant losses on both sides, highlighting the brutal nature of the Italian Campaign.
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