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The Savage Storm: The Battle For Italy 1943
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Acclaimed Wwii Historian James Holland Both Narrates And Reframes The Controversial First Months Of The Italian Campaign And Sets A New Standard In The Chronicling Of Warfollowing Victory In Sicily, While The Central Command Planned The Spring 1944 Invasion Of France, Allied Troops Crossed Into Southern Italy In September 1943, Expecting To Drive Axis Forces North And Liberate Rome By Christmas. Italy Quickly Surrendered But German Divisions Fiercely Resisted, And The Hopedfor Quick Victory Descended Into One Of The Most Challenging And Protracted Battles Of The Entire War.James Hollands The Savage Storm, Chronicling The Dramatic Opening Months Of The Italian Campaign In Unflinching And Insightful Detail, Is Unlike Any Campaign History Yet Written. Holland Has Always Narrated War At Ground Level, But Here Goes Further By Chronicling Events Almost Entirely Through The Contemporary Eyes Of Those Who Were There On All Sides And At All Levelsallied, Axis, Civilians Alike. Weaving Together A Wealth Of Letters, Diaries, And Other Documentsfrom The Likes Of American General Mark Clark, German Battalion Commander Georg Zellner, New Zealand Lancecorporal Roger Smith, Legendary War Reporter Ernie Pyle, And Italian Politician Filippo Caraccioloholland Traces The Battles As They Were Experienced Across Plains, Over Mountains, Through Shattered Villages And Cities, In Intense Heat And, Towards The End Of December 1943, Frigid Cold And Relentless Rain.Such Closeup Views Persuade Holland To Recast Important Aspects Of The Campaign, Reappraising The Reputation Of Mark Clark Himself And Other Senior Commanders Of The U.S. Fifth And British Eighth Armies. Given The Shortage Of Allied Shipping And Materiel Allocated To Italy Because Of The Buildup For Dday, More Was Expected Of Allied Troops In Italy Than Anywhere Else, And, As Accounts At The Time Attest, A Huge Price Was Paid By Everyone For Each Bloodily Contested Mile. Putting Readers Vividly In The Moment As Events Unfolded, With Characters Made Unforgettable By Their Own Words, The Savage Storm Is A Defining Account Of The Pivotal Months Leading To Monte Cassino, And A Landmark In The Writing About War.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Savage Storm: The Battle for Italy 1943'? A: The book primarily focuses on the opening months of the Italian Campaign during World War II, detailing the experiences of soldiers and civilians involved in the conflict.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Savage Storm' is James Holland, a well-known historian specializing in World War II.
- Q: What unique perspective does James Holland provide in this book? A: James Holland narrates the events of the Italian Campaign through the eyes of those who experienced it, including soldiers from both Allied and Axis forces, as well as civilians.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Savage Storm' contain? A: The book contains 624 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of 'The Savage Storm'? A: The book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: When was 'The Savage Storm: The Battle for Italy 1943' published? A: The book was published on December 12, 2023.
- Q: What kind of materials or sources does the author use in this book? A: The author utilizes a variety of primary sources, including letters, diaries, and documents from individuals involved in the campaign.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers interested in military history? A: Yes, 'The Savage Storm' is suitable for readers interested in military history, particularly World War II and the Italian Campaign.
- Q: What can readers expect in terms of writing style? A: Readers can expect a detailed and engaging narrative that combines historical analysis with personal accounts to provide a comprehensive view of the events.
- Q: Are there any notable figures discussed in 'The Savage Storm'? A: Yes, the book discusses notable figures such as American General Mark Clark, German commander Georg Zellner, and war reporter Ernie Pyle.