David K. Stone (American, 1922 - 2001) "Invasion of Anzio" Signed lower right. Original Oil painting on Masonite. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting originally appeared on the Republic of the Marshall Islands 50c Invasion of Anzio 1944 stamp issued January 22, 1994. By the end of 1943, the Allied advance into Italy had virtually come to a halt. In an effort to prevent their enemies from waging an assault on Rome, the occupying German forces held a defensive position known as the Gustav Line. The invasion of Anzio became the focal point of operation SHINGLE -- an Allied plan to outflank the German line. On January 22, 1944, the U.S. Army's 6th Corps landed on the Italian town's shores. Within a few days, about 70,000 men and 18,000 vehicles were in place. However, the invading forces remained on Anzio's beaches instead of heading to Rome. The Allied troops were soon faced with a relentless barrage of German artillery and aircraft fire. Allied forces suffered a casualty rate of almost 25 percent before they ultimately took Rome. Image Size: 17.75 x 24.75 in. Overall Size: 23.75 x 27 in. Unframed. (B14572)