Historical Events tagged with "afrika korps"

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Military & Warfare

The Battle of Alam el Halfa Commences

August 30th, 1942 82 years ago

The Battle of Alam el Halfa marked a significant confrontation in the Western Desert Campaign during World War II. It began when British Eighth Army forces, under the command of General Bernard Montgomery, faced off against the Afrika Korps led by Field Marshal Erwin Rommel. Taking place in northeastern Egypt, the battle highlighted the strategic importance of the Suez Canal and the surrounding regions, as control of these areas was vital for both the Axis and Allied powers in the North African theater. The stiff resistance from British forces marked a turning point in the desert campaign.

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