What was the North African Campaign?
Q: What was the North African Campaign?
A: The North African Campaign was part of the Second World War and took place in North Africa from 10 June 1940 to 13 May 1943. It included fighting in the Libyan and Egyptian deserts (the Desert War), and in Morocco and Algeria (Operation Torch) and Tunisia (Tunisia Campaign).
Q: What were some of the key battles during this campaign?
A: Some of the key battles during this campaign were the Siege of Tobruk in 1941, which was one of the turning points, as well as Operation Torch in North-West Africa, Battle of Kasserine Pass, Battle of Mareth, and finally forcing Axis forces to surrender at Cape Bon.
Q: Who commanded British Commonwealth forces during El Alamein?
A: Lieutenant general Bernard Montgomery commanded British Commonwealth forces during El Alamein.
Q: How did Allied forces deal with Vichy France troops?
A: Allied forces battled against Vichy France troops before they changed sides.
Q: When did Allies land in Operation Torch?
A: Allies landed in Operation Torch late 1942.
Q: What happened at Battle of Kasserine Pass?
A: At Battle of Kasserine Pass, Allies suffered a serious defeat.
