1944 Italian Campaign

The 1944 Italian Campaign was a major World War II effort by Allied forces to push Axis powers out of Italy. Starting with the invasion of Sicily in 1943, followed by battles on the Italian mainland, Allied troops faced tough defenses and difficult terrain. The campaign aimed to weaken German and Italian resistance, open new fronts, and eventually lead to Italy’s surrender. It involved prolonged fighting in cities like Rome and Naples, and was marked by strategic use of land, air, and sea forces. The campaign played a crucial role in weakening Axis control in Southern Europe.