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Why did the allies divert resources to North Africa before defending France?
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∙ 11y ago
The strategic location was not the whole of North Africa, but the Suez Canal and the surrounding territory in Egypt. Had the Nazis managed to conquer the Suez canal (which they set out to do) it would have severely hampered Britain's connection with its colonies, which Britain sorely needed for troops and raw materials. Also, a German victory in Egypt might well have turned the Arab world to the side of Germany.
It may also be noted that Allied landings in Western/Northern Africa went basically unopposed. This was important as Italian diplomat Ciano predicted that this landing would inevitablely lead to a direct Allied assault on Italy.
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∙ 10y ago
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∙ 11y agoThey wanted the goods from Africa so they decided that if they took over Africa they can control another part of the axis powers
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∙ 11y agoThe WWII North African Campaign's goal was to drive the German Army (Rommel) out of Africa
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Are Russia and France allies?
In World War 1 Russia and France were allies.
Why did the allies want to stop German occupation from France?
Because the allies were allied with France
When did France become allies with Russia?
France and Russia became allies in 1892 and that ended again in 1904.
When did the allies land on the beaches of Germany occupied by france?
You have it backwards.Germany occupied most of France. So the Allies landed on the beaches of the section of France known as Normandy.
When did the American Allies gain control of North Africa?
1943
What were America's allies in World War 1?
America was a member of the "Allies," which included France, Britain, Russia, and parts of Africa, Asia, and South America.
Who are US allies?
france england canada australia south africa mexico andsouth america a little
Who were the allies triple entente?
canada, australia, new zealand, south africa, japan
Why was The Soviet Union upset with the weastern allies?
They invaded North Africa instead of France.........APEX
Are Russia and France allies?
In World War 1 Russia and France were allies.
Why did the allies want to stop German occupation from France?
Because the allies were allied with France
What was an argument made by the Soviet Union concerning Allied strategy in the war?
The Western Allies should invade France.
Was France an allies?
No, France was not one of the Allies during WWII. France was occupied by the Nazis until invaded by the Allied armies.
Who were the continental army allies?
The allies were Spain, France and possibility a few more.
What were the allies of the continental army?
How were the Allies victorious in the Soviet Union Africa and Italy?
Allies invaded the North Africa and defeat Germany and next Italy was invaded by allies.
How were the allies victories in the Soviet Union North Africa and Italy?
Allies invaded the North Africa and defeat Germany and next Italy was invaded by allies.
