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Who was in charge of American military operations in the Pacific Ocean during World War 2?

The buck stopped with Fleet Admiral Chester Nimitz, whose WWII titles included the dual command of Commander in Chief, US Pacific Fleet for U.S. naval forces and Commander in Chief, Pacific Ocean Areas for U.S. and Allied air, land, and sea forces.


Who was the commander of pacific ground troops during world war 2?

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In which country did Allied forces land on June 6 1944?

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Did allied forces cross the mediterreanean sea from Africa to Sicily?

yes, the allied forces were headed to Sicily to conquer more land and power during World War II.


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What was the name of the key allied commander for d-day operations?

The Supreme (overall) commander was General Eisenhower. He had three deputy commanders: FM Montgomery-land forces; Admiral Sir Bertram Ramsay-naval forces; Air Marshal Sir Trafford Leigh-Mallory-air forces.


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When did allied forces first land in mainland Italy?

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