The Western Desert Campaign

The Western Desert Campaign was a series of battles fought during World War II in North Africa from 1940 to 1943. It involved Allied forces, mainly British Commonwealth troops, fighting against Axis powers, primarily Germany and Italy. The campaign focused on controlling key territories in the vast desert, especially around Egypt and Libya. It saw significant battles such as those at El Alamein and Tobruk, characterized by mobile warfare and harsh conditions. Ultimately, the Allies aimed to secure supply routes and weaken Axis control in North Africa, leading to a pivotal shift in the war's dynamics in favor of the Allies.