The Rock Of Anzio: From Sicily To Dachau, A History Of The U.S. 45th Infantry Division
(Paperback)
Publishing Details
The Rock Of Anzio: From Sicily To Dachau, A History Of The U.S. 45th Infantry Division
By (Author) Flint Whitlock
Basic Books
Basic Books
30th March 2005
United States
Classifications
General
Non Fiction
940.541273
Physical Properties
Paperback
496
Width 152mm, Height 229mm
Description
Anzio was one of the greatest battles of World War II-a desperate gamble to land a large amphibious force behind German lines in Italy in the hope that the war could be shortened by capturing Rome. It also turned out to be one of the bloodiest battles in U. S. military history. Based on extensive research into archives, photos, letters, diaries, previously classified official records, and scores of personal interviews with surviving veterans of the 45th, The Rock of Anzio is written with an immediacy that puts the reader right onto the battlefield and shows us war through the eyes of ordinary men called upon to perform extraordinary deeds.
Reviews
"Each chapter reminds readers of the ultimate price paid by many of the men who fought at Anzio... Well-written and interesting."
Author Bio
Flint Whitlock is a former U.S. Army officer who served on active duty from 1965 to 1970, including a tour in Vietnam. He has been a military historian since 1986 and is the author of several books. He lives in Colorado, USA.
