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Sicily a small island by Italy used to launch an invasion in Italy. When allies went through Italy Mussolini fled but was captured and Italy surrendered. After this event only two Axis powers were left- Japan and Germany ( Italy was now with the Allies.) This was a huge event that led the Allies to win.
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In what region did the allies launch an invasion after they drove the german forces out of north africa?
The Allies used bases in North Africa to launch an invasion of southern Europe. They took the island of Sicily in the summer of 1943 and landed on the Italian mainland in September.
Did the allies bomb Italian aircraft on the ground used by both Axis German and Italian air forces in the Battle of Britain?
The Italians were not involved in the Battle of Britain, but rather they were in Africa.
Why did the fighting on Iwo Jima and Okinowa create concern about a mainland Japanese invasion by the Allies?
Because of their physical proximity to Japan they could be used as staging areas for an invasion, and they could be used to launch bombing raids. Obviously the Japanese wanted neither one of these things.
Is it true that Italian planes and pilots were used to defend France and the low countries in the battle of Britain and blitz when the allies led by the british raf couter attacked?
Yes, that is true.
What were some battles Italy was in during World War 2?
Anzio The Italian commanders were in command of the battles in North Africa. Even after General Rommel arrived, he was under the authority of the Italians. It wasn't until 2 December 1941, that Hitler promoted Rommel and placed him in command of all the forces fighting in North Africa. Some of the Battles were: The Libyan Campaign 1940-41: Sidi Barrani, Bardia, Tobruk, Derna, Benghazi, El Afheila, El Alamein The Italian forces were used to defend Sicily, in July 1943, after the fall of North Africa. However, most of these troops were coastal artillery and infantry with old equipment. The Herman Goering Division and German forces under the command of German Gen. von Senger fought under the authority of the German high command (Commando Supremo) in Rome. After the fall of Sicily, the Italian government voted to surrender to the Allies. So the Italians did not fight the Allies after that except for units that supported the German forces.There were many bloody battles.Ortona in Dec 1943Rappido River - Jan 22 1944Mount Battaglia (Battle) in Fall 1944
In what region did the allies launch an invasion after they drove the german forces out of north africa?
The Allies used bases in North Africa to launch an invasion of southern Europe. They took the island of Sicily in the summer of 1943 and landed on the Italian mainland in September.
Name two strategies the Allies used in the Pacific?
Two military strategies the Allies used in the Pacific were island-hopping and
What kind of weapons were used on D Day?
The Allies used aircraft to bomb the beaches and ships to bombard them before the invasion. Their troops used many different rifles, machine guns, and tanks after the invasion.
Who was the mastermind of the island-hopping strategy used by the allies in the Pacific?
Admiral Nimitz .
What was the axis defense against the invasion known as?
There isn't a specific name that is used to describe the axis defense against the invasion. The Axis and Allies fought during World War II.
Did the allies bomb Italian aircraft on the ground used by both Axis German and Italian air forces in the Battle of Britain?
The Italians were not involved in the Battle of Britain, but rather they were in Africa.
Why was denmark invaded in world war 2?
Germany used Denmark as both a base for the invasion of Norway and to keep northern Germany save from the allies.
How many Italian aircraft were used by the Axis air forces in the Battle of Britain and Blitz?
No Italian aircraft or aircrews were used by the axis in the battle of Britain it was entirely a Luftwaffe affair. The Germans were always contemptuous of their Italian allies with their outdated aircraft and poorly trained personnel.
Why did the fighting on Iwo Jima and Okinowa create concern about a mainland Japanese invasion by the Allies?
Because of their physical proximity to Japan they could be used as staging areas for an invasion, and they could be used to launch bombing raids. Obviously the Japanese wanted neither one of these things.
What was the name of one of the islands that would be used as a staging area for the possible invasion of japan?
The capture of the island of Okinawa in the summer of 1945 provided the U.S. with a large place to begin the staging of an invasion into Japan.
Was Omaha Beach named thus because of the word Omaha on the balloon in The Wizard of Oz?
No, not quite. It was just an appropriate coded name used by the Allies during the Normandy Invasion Plan.
How did Navajo soldiers help the allies regain island in the Pacific during the war?
Used Native language to code messages that the Japanese could not decipher.
