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Which notable Italian Campaign victory did Anders lead?

  • Battle of Rome

  • Capture of Monte Cassino

  • Invasion of Sicily

  • Anzio Landings

Answer

The Polish 2nd Corps under General Władysław Anders fought in the Italian Campaign during World War II. In May 1944, it was tasked with capturing Monte Cassino, a strategically important monastery and hilltop overlooking the town of Cassino. After two unsuccessful attempts, the Poles finally captured the position in May 1944. The victory was a major turning point in the campaign and helped to secure the Allied victory in Italy.
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