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Rommel's Defeat in North Africa

Dan Snow's History Hit

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Rommel's North African Campaign: A Turning Point

This chapter explores Rommel's military strategies and campaigns in North Africa during World War II, focusing on his advances towards the pivotal port of Tobruk and the consequences of the Allies' defeats. It highlights key battles, including Gazala and El Alamein, and discusses the strategic significance of leadership changes within the British Eighth Army. The narrative also touches on the broader implications for military alliances and planning in the context of the war.

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