Allies Launch Operation Shingle at Anzio

Operation Shingle, the Allied landing at Anzio, Italy, was a strategic military operation aimed at breaking the stalemate in southern Italy during World War II. Commanded by American Major General John P. Lucas, the operation sought to establish a beachhead that would allow Allied forces to advance towards Rome and disrupt German supply lines. Despite the initial success of the landings, the Allies faced significant challenges in expanding their foothold. The German forces quickly regrouped and fortified their positions, leading to a protracted stalemate that lasted until late May. The inability to break out of the beachhead resulted in heavy casualties and limited progress for the Allies in the region.