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The British 8th Army, which fought in various campaigns during World War II, particularly in the North African theater, varied in size over time. At its peak during the Second Battle of El Alamein in late 1942, it consisted of approximately 200,000 soldiers. However, the total number of personnel who served in the 8th Army throughout its existence was significantly higher, as it included numerous units and reinforcements over the course of the war.
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Who won at the el alamein?
The British 8th Army, under General Montgomery
Who was the commander of the British 8th army during World War 2?
B. Montgomery
Who led the us assault on Sicily?
Answer Both British 8th Army lead by General Montgomery and the US 7th Army led by General George Patton.
5 What nickname was given to the British 8th Army in the 2nd world war?
the Desert Ratsthe Desert Rats
Which general won the Battle of El Alamein in World War 2?
The British commander of the 8th Army, Bernard Law Montgomery.
Did Italy fight against great Britain in ww1?
Yes. Italy surrendered on 8 Sept 1943. However the German Army took control of much of Italy and continued to fight the Allied armies: US 5th Army and British 8th Army.
Why was Napoleon's defeat at Waterloo important to the war of 1812?
It takes place in 1812, so at this moment Napoleon is on his 8th year of full victories all around Europe. The "Great Army" as he named it himself, counted 600,000 soldiers. Only about 30,000 of his soldiers came back from Russia, the Great Army was destroyed. And from there it was the begining of the end.
What is a noteworthy event that happened today in history for 3rd of September?
There are many of things that made history on September 3rd. The main things were in 1924 Civil war breaks out in China and in 1943 British 8th Army lands in Southern Italy.
Who was an important British general?
General Sir Harold R. L. G. Alexander - Commanding General of 15th Army Group. Overall commander of the British 8th Army and American 5th Army until Dec 1944. Earlier in the war, General Alexander was charge of the retreat at Dunkirk and the retreat in Burma. When he returned, he was knighted and sent to command the troops in North Africa.
General of English forces in North Africa?
There were several British Generals in North Africa. In 1940-43 British forces were commanded successively by Generals Wavell, Auchinleck and Alexander, under the last of whom Gen Montgomery commanded the 8th Army.
Who was the general of English forces in north Africa?
There were several British Generals in North Africa. In 1940-43 British forces were commanded successively by Generals Wavell, Auchinleck and Alexander, under the last of whom Gen Montgomery commanded the 8th Army.
How many soldiers fought at North Africa in world war 2?
Operation Torch began 8th November 1942 .
