The Environment Was Very Hostile
“Soldiers had to fight against the extreme environment, against the snow or avalanches, but also against the enemy,” explained Stefano Morosini, a Stelvio National Park historian, to CNN in May. There were moments when the temperature dropped below -40° F. Blizzards raged throughout the terrain as the guys fought to reach the summit.
Not Easy To Send Things Up There
It was difficult for governments to supply food and supplies to all of the soldiers on the front lines. The men were chilly and malnourished, but they had no choice but to fight for their lives. Furthermore, analysts believe that the environment up there killed more personnel than any other fight in the conflict.