On January 22, 1944, this beach was the landing spot of American forces at Anzio as part of Operation Shingle. #italy #italy🇮🇹 #italytravel #ww2 #ww2history #montecassino #worldwar2 #worldwar2history #anzio #rapido #36division #34division #veteran #hero #italiancampaign #italytrip #historytrip | Walk Among Heroes

For more than two centuries, freedom has been defended by those willing to serve. Over America’s 250-year history, many major events have tested our military. This week, we reflect on World War II, particularly the Battle of Anzio, which led to Rome’s liberation; the bloody Battle of the Bulge; and the life of one of the war’s most famous U.S. Army generals. | U.S. Department of War