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Steven J. Zaloga Anzio 1944 (Paperback) Campaign. Author: Steven J. Zaloga. Title: Anzio 1944. Vividly describing each thrust and counter-thrust, this book takes us through the agonizing struggle as each side sought to retain or regain mastery. Series: Campaign. Further DetailsTitle: Anzio 1944 Condition: New Description: Anzio 1944 covers the amphibious landing which has become one of the most controversial campaigns of World War II. In January 1944, the Allies decided to land at Anzio in order to overcome the stalemate at Cassino. Questionable decisions by the Allied leadership led to three months of World War I-style trench warfare, and the entire beachhead suffered from continuous German observation and bombardment.Vividly describing each thrust and counter-thrust, this book takes us through the agonizing struggle as each side sought to retain or regain mastery. It shows how Anzio proved to be a stepping stone not only to Rome but also to the liberation of Italy. Author: Steven J. Zaloga Illustrator: Peter Dennis Subtitle: The beleaguered beachhead ISBN-10: 1841769134 EAN: 9781841769134 ISBN: 9781841769134 Format: Paperback Country/Region of Manufacture: GB Contributor: Peter Dennis (Illustrated by) Genre: Law & Politics Publisher: Osprey Publishing Release Date: 08/10/2005 Language: English Item Height: 248mm Item Length: 184mm Item Width: 8mm Item Weight: 368g Topic: Military History, History Series: Campaign Release Year: 2005 Missing Information?Please contact us if any details are missing and where possible we will add the information to our listing.