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Major General John Porter Lucas (January 14, 1890 – December 24, 1949) was a senior officer of the United States Army who saw service in World War I and World War II. He is most remembered for being the commander of VI Corps during the Battle of Anzio (codenamed Operation Shingle) in early 1944 the Italian campaign of World War II.
- 1911–1949
- United States Army
A biography of Maj. Gen. John P. Lucas, the commander of VI Corps at Anzio, who faced criticism for his decision to delay the advance on Rome. The article explores his background, career, and role in the Allied victory at Anzio, as well as the controversies and legacy of his actions.
The operation was initially commanded by Major General John P. Lucas, of the U.S. Army, commanding U.S. VI Corps with the intent to outflank German forces at the Winter Line and enable an attack on Rome.
- 22 January – 5 June 1944 (136 days)
- Allied victory
A commander can make a decision simply by ruling out what appears to him to be impractical or unfeasible. This was how Maj. Gen. John P. Lucas, commander of the VI Corps in Italy, viewed and...
Feb 10, 2017 · Stories. Lucas at Anzio, 1944: What Next, General? by Richard N. Armstrong 2/10/2017. Share This Article. It is early January 1944 as you assume the role of Major General John P. Lucas, commander of U.S. VI Corps that is currently fighting a tough war against skilled and determined German defenders in World War II’s Italian Campaign.
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Dubbed “Shingle,” the operation was scheduled for the third week of January 1944. The plan called for landing the U.S. VI Corps under Major General John P. Lucas at Anzio, a resort town on...
Oct 4, 2002 · In view of the rapidly increasing enemy build-up, General Lucas decided to launch his drive toward Colli Laziali before his forces might be too far outnumbered. On 30 January the enemy forces in the beachhead area were estimated to number 71,500; VI Corps had 61,332 troops ashore on the same date.
