On This Day: World War II: During the Anzio campaign, the 1st Ranger Battalion (Darby's... (1944)

On January 31, 1944: World War II: During the Anzio campaign, the 1st Ranger Battalion (Darby's Rangers) is destroyed behind enemy lines in a heavily outnumbered encounter at Battle of Cisterna, Italy.

This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history. Consider using it when preaching about history.