This Day In History: July 19, 1944

- The Battle of Verrières Ridge began as part of the Battle of Normandy. Learn More: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_of_Verri%C3%A8res_Ridge

- The U.S. Fifth Army captured the Italian port city of Livorno. Learn More: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Livorno

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Source: Wikipedia
Pictured: Verrieres Under Fire

Battle of Verrières Ridge - Wikipedia