The 80th anniversary of the Liberation of Rome

On June 4, 1944, the #FifthArmy entered Rome from the south. They were the first #AlliedForces to liberate a capital city from #Fascist control on #European soil. Residents greeted #American soldiers w/ cheers and hugs. The liberation of #Rome marked a turning point in the #Italian campaign, giving a morale boost and hope that a defeat of #Germany was possible.

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