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The Allies invaded France because of its close proximity to Germany. If they had invaded some where else like Greece, Denmark, or Norway (other countries occupied by Germany) they would have to move their troops much farther to reach Germany. There was also a resistance in France that would help them overthrow the Germans. Once France was captured Germany was right next door, and they could direcly bomb them
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∙ 15y agoItaly was a member of the Axis and was also occupied by the Germans. The Allies invaded Sicily on the night of 9 & 10 July 1943 under the code name Operation HUSKY. On 3rd September, Montgomery's British 8th Army landed at the "toe" and the "heel" of main-land Italy with little or no opposition. These were known as Operation BAYTOWN and SLAPSTICK. On 8 September, the 5th US Army landed at Salerno, below Naples. This force included the US VI Corps and the British X Corps under the name of Operation AVALANCHE.
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∙ 11y agoIn order to:
1 - take away German forces from the Russian front, to comply with Stalin's request about the opening of a second front.
2 - get rid of the weakest member of Axes, that was Italy.
2 - gain the complete control over the Mediterranean routes.
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∙ 10y agofor their navy bases
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What was an argument made by the Soviet Union concerning Allied strategy in the war?
The Western Allies should invade France.
When did the allies invade the island of Sicily?
The Americans landed in Sicily in 1943 I believe, and took it the same year. Then they proceeded through the main part of Italy to Europe.
Which axis country did the allies invade first in World War 2?
The Allies invaded the Northern African countries first and booted Germany out of Africa. Next they went after Italy.
Did Germany invade ltaly?
They were Allies. But nearing the end when the Italians wanted to kick Mussolini out of power, Hitler sent in German troops to take control. He didn't want to lose the country, so he sent in his soldiers temporarily to fight the Allies and make sure Italy stayed its ally. But he didn't invade it in the way that he invaded other countries such as France.
Did the Germans drive the Allies out of north Africa in May 1943?
No, you have it backwards. In May 1943, the last remaining Italian troops surrendered to the Allies, marking the end of the North African Campaign. The Allies would go on to invade Sicily, and then Italy later that year.
Why did Germany invade southern Italy?
because the allies were landing in Italy
What two areas did the allies invade before operation overlord?
North Africa and Italy
Did the allies invade Italy during World War 2?
Yes, starting at Sicily, and then later at the Anzio beach head.
What was an argument made by the Soviet Union concerning Allied strategy in the war?
The Western Allies should invade France.
When did the allies invade the island of Sicily?
The Americans landed in Sicily in 1943 I believe, and took it the same year. Then they proceeded through the main part of Italy to Europe.
Which axis country did the allies invade first in World War 2?
The Allies invaded the Northern African countries first and booted Germany out of Africa. Next they went after Italy.
Did Germany invade ltaly?
They were Allies. But nearing the end when the Italians wanted to kick Mussolini out of power, Hitler sent in German troops to take control. He didn't want to lose the country, so he sent in his soldiers temporarily to fight the Allies and make sure Italy stayed its ally. But he didn't invade it in the way that he invaded other countries such as France.
Did the Germans drive the Allies out of north Africa in May 1943?
No, you have it backwards. In May 1943, the last remaining Italian troops surrendered to the Allies, marking the end of the North African Campaign. The Allies would go on to invade Sicily, and then Italy later that year.
Why did japan invade germany?
Japan didn't invade Germany. During World War II, Japan actually joined Germany. It was part of the Axis which included Germany, Italy and Japan. After the United States declared war on Japan, Italy and Germany, as Japan's allies, declared war on the United States.
What German stronghold did the Allies invade?
France
Who are the allies of Italy?
Italy's allies would be the 26 countries that are members of NATO. The members of the European Union would also be allies of Italy.
When did the allies invade New Guinea during world war 2?
The Allies did not invade New Guinea. They protected it from the Japanese invasion that began in 1942.
