Which battle of 1944 was won by the Polish II Corps under General Anders, opening the road to Rome?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. Monte Cassino
- Step 1: Polish soldiers took the abbey hill in May 1944 after earlier Allied attacks had failed. Answer: Monte Cassino. Why not the others: Arnhem, Tobruk and Narvik don't fit.
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