| Abstract |
ANVIL is the name assigned to an amphibious operation launched against SOUTHERN FRANCE in the area FREJUS-SAINT TROPEZ with the objective to capture TOULON and MARSEILLES, The operation is designed to give the maximum support to Allied Forces in NORMANDY by occupying the maximum enemy strength in SOUTHERN FRANCE. The ground forces are both American and French, and are under the command of Major General Patch, USA, Commanding General, 7th Army. Naval forces include American, British, French, Polish and Creek, and are under the command of Vice Admiral Hewitt, U.S.N, Naval Commander Western Task Force. The assaulting ground forces are commanded by Major General Truscott, U.S.A,, Commanding General VI Corps, and include the 3rd, 45th and Divisions. |
