U.S. troops enter Acerno

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Identifier2007-08-08_image_092SourceThe Lee R. Embree Collection (2007-08-08), Box 2, Folder 2DescriptionPhotograph of American soldiers walking past damaged buildings, Acerno, Italy, circa 1943.

Typed caption glued to verso: "U.S. troops enter Acerno. American soldiers enter the wrecked square of Acerno, Italy, as German troops retreated northward. Acerno, 14 miles northeast of Salerno, was liberated by Allied forces during the early stages of their campaign on the Italian mainland. Serviced by New York to List H. 16242-FO. Approved by appropriate U.S. authority."Creation Datecirca 1943SubjectUnited States. ArmySoldiersWorld War, 1939-1945--Campaigns--Italy--SicilyWorld War, 1939-1945War damageAllied ForcesPlaceAcerno (Italy)ItalyOriginal Formatphotographic printsBibliographic CitationThe Lee R. Embree Collection/The Museum of FlightRightsNo copyright - United States

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