Italian Third Army

The Italian Third Army was a major military formation of Italy during World War II, primarily responsible for defending the southern regions of Italy and involved in operations in North Africa. It was established to organize and coordinate Italy’s land forces, playing a significant role in Italy’s military campaigns. Throughout the war, the Third Army faced battles against Allied forces, including the campaign in North Africa and the Italian mainland. Its strategic importance lay in both defending Italy's southern perimeter and engaging enemy forces in key battles across different theaters of the war.