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US troops in suicidal assault

21st January 1944: The 36th Division from Texas suffers heavy casualties attempting to cross the well defended Rapido River

Jan 21, 2024
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“ Pounding German positions in Rapido River Area, Italy! Infantryman loading 81MM. mortar shooting at enemy emplacements while other members of crew hold shells for loading." Italy. 28 January 1944
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