The Italian Campaign
All too often the sacrifices made in Italy are overshadowed by the Allied landings in Normandy. Some of those who fought for the liberation of Italy even referred to themselves ironically as “D-Day dodgers”, yet all who took part in the campaign knew the hardships and sacrifices made in one of the fiercest struggles of the war in Europe. (Image: IWM NA 14999)
Signalman Lewis Albert Roots Royal Signals - Following a family tradition
Gunner Hugh Dockerty 935359, 17 Medium Regiment, Royal Artillery
Driver James Lowe T/135038, Royal Army Service Corps
Private George Allan Mitchell VC, 1st Bn. London Scottish, Gordon Highlanders
Private Edwin Stones, 4688087, 2nd/5th Battalion, Leicestershire Regiment.
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