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North African Theater

The North African Theater refers to military operations in North Africa during World War II, mainly between the Allies (including Britain, the US, and others) and the Axis powers (primarily Germany and Italy). It involved crucial campaigns across countries like Egypt, Libya, Algeria, and Tunisia. The theater was significant for controlling Mediterranean access, resources, and serving as a turning point that led to the eventual defeat of Axis forces in Africa. The campaigns included famous battles such as El Alamein and showcased strategic mobility, desert warfare, and coordination among allied forces.