Battle of Sicily

The Battle of Sicily, fought from July to August 1943 during World War II, marked a crucial Allied invasion of the Italian island of Sicily. This operation aimed to weaken German and Italian forces, divert attention from the Eastern Front, and pave the way for the Allied invasion of mainland Italy. Led by American General George S. Patton and British General Bernard Montgomery, Allied troops successfully captured Sicily, resulting in significant Axis losses. The battle contributed to the downfall of Mussolini's regime and was a pivotal step in the overall Allied campaign in Europe.