Second Battle of El Alamein

The Second Battle of El Alamein, fought from October 23 to November 11, 1942, was a crucial battle in World War II in North Africa. British forces, led by General Bernard Montgomery, faced the German and Italian troops commanded by General Erwin Rommel. The battle marked a turning point in the North African campaign, as the Allied forces successfully halted the Axis advance towards Egypt and the Suez Canal. The British victory was significant for boosting morale and setting the stage for further Allied offensives in North Africa, ultimately leading to the retreat of Axis forces from the region.