What was the Battle of Cisterna?
Q: What was the Battle of Cisterna?
A: The Battle of Cisterna was a battle during World War II that took place on 30 January-2 February 1944 near Cisterna, Italy.
Q: What was the battle a part of?
A: The battle was a part of the battle of Anzio that followed Operation Shingle.
Q: Who won the Battle of Cisterna?
A: The battle was a clear German victory.
Q: What was the impact of the Battle of Cisterna on the US Rangers?
A: During the Battle of Cisterna, many US Ranger groups were ordered to support an attack by the 3rd Infantry Division on Cisterna.
Q: When did the 3rd Infantry Division try to capture Cisterna?
A: The 3rd Infantry Division had tried to capture Cisterna on 25–27 January.
Q: What was the 3rd Division's attack a part of?
A: The 3rd Division's attack was part of a large attack by the U.S. VI Corps to move out of the Anzio beach.
Q: What was the reason for the US VI Corps wanting to get off the Anzio beaches?
A: The US VI Corps wanted to get off the Anzio beaches before new German troops could arrive and attack.
