Key Information
Reference code
PENNEY 8/14
Title
Extracts from Penney's diary, 30 Jan, 10 Feb and 20 Feb 1944, about the German counterattack at Anzio
Date(s)
- 1944 Feb 20 (Creation)
- 1944 Feb 10 (Creation)
- 1944 Jan 30 (Creation)
Level of description
Item
Extent
3pp
Scope and content
Typescript extracts from diary by Penney, describing the German counterattack after the Anzio landings, Italy, including entry for 10 Feb containing strong criticism of US Maj Gen William W Eagles, Commander 45 US Infantry Div. 3pp.