Why Did the British Favor Invading Italy Rather Than France

question 53

Multiple Choice

Why did the British favor invading Italy rather than France?

• A) Roosevelt persuaded them by agreeing to send American troops to North Africa, which was also in easy reach of the Italian coast.
• B) They were concerned about inflicting casualties on the French, who historically had been British allies.
• C) They wanted to appease Stalin, who no longer supported the idea of invading France by the time of the invasion of Italy.
• D) They believed it was a more immediate, achievable target and would require fewer resources.
• E) They felt prepared to invade France but were strongly opposed to the idea of opening a second front.