Casablanca Sets Stage for Major Allied Push Into Germany
Roosevelt told the Pacific War Council a strike at Hitler’s fortress in Europe is being planned for 1943 with three fronts likely to open. Tunisia appears first, aiming to knock out 130000 German troops along a 200 mile coast while Eighth Army advances from Tripolitania.
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Hitler’s moves signal sacrifice of Italy Greece and Yugoslavia
News analysis argues Hitler plans to press on in Europe while Mussolini’s cabinet shakeup reveals Italian jitters. It notes a third Allied front in England, a strong British manpower pool, and possible offensives aimed at France Holland Belgium or Norway depending on North Africa and U boat war outcomes.
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