The 69th Infantry Brigade enters Floridia, Sicily, 12 July 1943. You can watch our video on the Allied invasion of Sicily here: https://bit.ly/4lyakxe Film: IWM AYY 502/5 | Imperial War Museum London

On this day during World War II, Allied forces launched the invasion of Sicily–marking the first step toward toppling the Axis’ Fortress Europe. America and the Allies landed on the island’s southern shores with limited opposition, but the fight intensified as they pushed inland. Facing rugged terrain, extreme heat, and stiff German resistance, the campaign tested Allied coordination and determination. After more than 30 days of combat, Sicily fell–paving the way for the invasion of mainland Ita