Enemy fire strikes Allied ships as Fifth US Army approaches Salerno, Italy, during World War II

The transcript describes a historical event where the Allies engaged in secret negotiations, withholding news until September 9th. On that day, a massive invasion fleet, covering over 2000 square miles, attacked the Italian city of Seminole. The combined American and British forces faced prepared German defenses, leading to intense naval and air battles throughout the day.

When was the news of the Allies' secret negotiations finally revealed?

• August 9th

• September 9th

• November 9th

• October 9th

How large was the invasion fleet that targeted the Italian city of Seminole?

• 1500 square miles

• 2000 square miles

• 1000 square miles

• 500 square miles

Which two nations' divisions were involved in the invasion of Seminole?

• American and British

• British and Canadian

• American and French

• German and Italian

How far is the city of Seminole from Bagels?

• 38 miles

• 28 miles

• 58 miles

• 48 miles

What type of battles did the Germans engage in during the invasion?

• Air and land battles

• Land and sea battles

• Naval and air battles

• Sea and land battles