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World War Two African victory and 'Kai Tak heart attack'

The History Hour

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The Importance of Winning in North Africa

Two months later, he is involved in the invasion of Italy. I think the Allies had expected it to be much, much quicker. His action with his comrades and other regiments in Italy was significant. For me, North Africa is hugely significant because that's when we win militarily to prepare for D-Day. But also we gain intelligence, which works alongside Black Street Park, and again prepares for D- Day.

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