Main 5th United States Army reunites with Anzio Beachhead contingent in Italy during World War II

The transcript describes the Allied forces' strategic landing at Anzio, 30 miles from Rome, and their subsequent combined attack on the city. Starting on May 11, the Allies managed to breach Kesselring's defensive line, leading to a rapid German retreat and the capture of thousands of German soldiers as prisoners of war.

Where did the Allies make a new landing to initiate their attack on Rome?

• Venice

• Florence

• Anzio

• Naples

How far was the Anzio landing from Rome?

• 50 miles

• 10 miles

• 30 miles

• 70 miles

What significant event began on May 11 during the battle for Rome?

• The Allies retreated

• Kesselring's line was broken

• The Germans launched a counterattack

• The Allies declared victory

What was the outcome for many German soldiers after the Allies broke through the defensive line?

• They were evacuated

• They became prisoners of war

• They regrouped for another attack

• They advanced further

What happened to the German forces after the Allies breached their defenses?

• They launched a naval attack

• They received reinforcements

• They retreated rapidly

• They held their ground