All battles
23 October – 11 November 1942
Second Battle of El Alamein
North Africa · Western Desert Campaign · El Alamein, Egypt
Historical overview
Montgomery's Eighth Army broke the Axis line west of Alexandria and began the pursuit that ended in Tunisia.
What happened
A massive artillery barrage opened Operation Lightfoot, followed by a grinding infantry and armoured battle through minefields. Operation Supercharge broke through in early November and Rommel withdrew.
Historical event
Second Battle of El Alamein
Battle / campaign
Western Desert Campaign
Productions
10 titles
Perspectives
Allied · Civilian · Axis
