Americans Make Preparations to Invade Salerno

The video discusses the American 5th Army's mission during World War II, focusing on the invasion of Salerno. It highlights the strategic importance of the operation, the coordination of a massive armada, and the transformation of the Mediterranean into an Allied-controlled area. The video also emphasizes the logistical efforts involved in transporting equipment necessary for the invasion.

What was the primary objective of the American 5th Army as mentioned in the video?

• To embark on a mission to Salerno

• To defend the mainland of Europe

• To negotiate with the Nazis

• To retreat from the Mediterranean

What was the composition of the armada mentioned in the video?

• A small fleet of ships

• A group of aircraft

• A convoy of submarines

• A giant armada of men and machines

What was the strategic significance of the Mediterranean during the invasion?

• It was a trade route

• It was an allied lake for landing craft

• It was controlled by the Nazis

• It was a neutral zone

How did the convoy move towards its destination?

• Smoothly

• With frequent stops

• Under constant attack

• With difficulty

What was the purpose of the equipment carried by the landing craft?

• For a peace mission

• For the invasion of Salerno

• For trade with Europe

• For a training exercise