The Forgotten Front: the Brutal Italian Campaign

The documentary retraces the Italian campaign led by the Allies after their victory in North Africa. While the Americans favored a direct attack on France, the British opted for a more cautious strategy targeting Italy. The film highlights the first landings, the fierce battles against German forces, and the logistical and human difficulties faced by the troops. Ironically nicknamed the “D-Day Dodgers,” the soldiers who fought in Italy endured extremely harsh battles, often downplayed or forgotten in official accounts of the Second World War. The documentary emphasizes that, despite sometimes flawed planning, their sacrifice was crucial to the downfall of fascism in Europe. Part 1 : 00:00 Part 2 01:11:36