Italian Americans in World War II (IL) (Voices of America)
Description
At the beginning of World War II, Italian citizens living in the United States were referred to as "Enemy Aliens." Yet hundreds of young Italian Americans flocked to recruiting stations, and over 500,000-perhaps as many as 1.5 million-served in the military during the war. Despite the difficulties they faced, including the possibility of having to fight against Italians, countless Italian Americans received decorations for bravery, fourteen of whom received the Medal of Honor.Italian Americans in World War II offers their stories, which, for the most part, have yet to be told. Bel...
ISBN(s)
0738519073, 9780738519074
