When did Italy join America in world war2?

Answer 1

Italy did NOT join the Allies. The British did not want the Italians to switch sides; instead they would only let them surrender. After the Allies landed on Sicily in July 1943 and began sending bombers over Italy and their capital of Rome, the Italians began negotiations to join the Allies. They forced Mussolini to step down from dictator but they were still concerned that the Germans would retaliate against them so the talks had to be in secret. The talks continued until 8 Sept 1943, when the amphibious forces were approaching Salerno to land on the mainland of Italy, did the country of Italy finally surrender. After their surrender, many Italians provided support to the Allies. Many ex-soldiers were used as translators and helped carry supplies up the mountains. It was only late in 1944 and early 1945, were Italian troops organized and allowed to fight with the Allies. Four(4) combat groups were formed and outfitted with British uniforms and equipment and attached to the British 8th Army.