Scale of Enemy Resistance North of Rome Note by J.I.C.(A.F.) 8/44. Note by Sec.

APPENDIX "A" TO J.I.C. (F)/8/44 18th March, 1944 J.I.C. (AF) NOTE TO J.P.S. ON SCALE OF ENEMY RESISTANCE NORTH OF ROME ADVANTAGES OF CAUSING MAXIMUM DELAY TO ALLIED ADVANCE 1. We consider that the Germans are likely to delay the Allies to the maximum of their capabilities for the following reasons: (a) While there is every indication that the enemy intends to make a determined stand on the RIMINI-PISA line, he must as a military principle do all he can to delay an assault on his main defences by holding intermediate positions for as long as possible.