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Events on Saturday 22 January 1944 2
1944Anzio landingsAllies land behind German lines in ItalyAllied forces landed at Anzio, Italy on January 22, 1944, behind German lines in an attempt to outflank the Gustav Line. The beachhead became a costly stalemate for four months.
1944Battle of AnzioAllied landing behind the Gustav LineAllied forces landed at Anzio to outflank German defences and open the road to Rome. The beachhead was quickly contained and endured four months of bitter fighting. The Allies broke out in late May and linked up with the main front.