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Operation Avalanche: Prelude to Stalemate a Case Study in Operational Unit

Authors: Mary Tracy; NAVAL WAR COLL NEWPORT RI
 
Abstract: This case study examines Operation Avalanche, the initial phase of the Allied Campaign in Italy, as a case study in Operational Art. As a joint and combined amphibious operation, avalanche provides useful lessons for future warfare in a long littoral and a well-defended enemy.

Limitations: APPROVED FOR PUBLIC RELEASE
Description: Final rept.
Pages: 26
Report Date: 16 MAY 95
Report Number: A121892
Keywords relating to this report:
*AMPHIBIOUS OPERATIONS
*Italy
*MILITARY HISTORY
CASE STUDIES
LAND WARFARE
STRATEGIC ANALYSIS
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