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Invasion memories from the Italian coast with Rangers
A first-hand account from a Ranger in the fifth army in Italy describes the coast landings near a resort town. The narrative recalls the pre landing briefing, the three mile slow approach, and the quick easing of German resistance. Capt. James Minor reflects on 11 days of jungle-like climbs and crawls through mud and cliffs as operations continued near Rome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom Magee
Springfield
Salerno
Hitler Road
Jerry
Rome
36Th Division
James L. Minor
University of Texas
Fifth Army
Italy