The Savage Storm: The Heroic True Story of One of the Least Told Campaigns of WW

From the bestselling author of Brothers in Arms, James Holland, comes an unflinching and insightful account of one of World War II's most pivotal and brutal Allied campaigns. 'The Savage Storm' chronicles the desperate fight through Southern Italy in September 1943, a campaign that began with expectations of a swift victory but descended into one of the war's most arduous battles.

Despite the Allies' focus on the upcoming D-Day landings, significant expectations were placed on the Italian campaign. However, shortages in shipping and materiel, coupled with fierce German resistance, significantly slowed the advance. As the weather deteriorated, the critical weeks leading up to the Battle of Monte Cassino inflicted a heavy price on Allied troops for every hard-fought mile.

James Holland, renowned for his ground-level perspective on World War II, brings this campaign vividly to life by weaving together a wealth of letters, diaries, and other historical documents. The narrative traces the battles across diverse terrains – plains, mountains, and shattered villages – through intense heat and frigid cold, offering a unique and compelling history of this often-overlooked chapter of the war.

Key Features:

• Detailed account of the Allied campaign in Southern Italy during World War II.
• Explores the challenges of shortages, fierce resistance, and harsh weather conditions.
• Based on extensive research, including personal letters and diaries.
• Written by acclaimed military historian James Holland.

Specifications:

• Author: James Holland
• Publisher: Penguin
• Publication Date: 23 May 2024
• Edition: 1st
• Language: English
• Print Length: 736 pages
• Binding: Paperback
• Dimensions: 12.8 x 3.5 x 19.7 cm
• Weight: 526 g
• ISBN-10: 1804991406
• ISBN-13: 978-1804991404

This excellent book reinforces Holland’s reputation as a leading historian of the Second World War, making 'The Savage Storm' a must for anyone seeking to understand this brutal campaign.