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Yes. Patton led the invasion of Africa during Operation Torch, in which the Americans fought French Colonial Forces in Morocco and Algeria. The invasion was actually executed by three Task Forces, the largest of which was Patton's Western Task Force, which sailed directly from the US to the African coast for the invasion. The French gave a more stubborn resistance to the Allies invasion than expected, but they were, of course, divided between loyalties to the French Colonial Government led by Admiral Darlan (considered as a traitor by the Free French Forces in England) and the logical loyalty to the cause of the liberation of their country. The most serious resistance occurred in Oran Harbor, but overall most French forces defended their positions, although half-heartedly. As the invasion was taking place, diplomatic efforts were being made to convince the French to join the Allied cause. The French eventually accepted, and Darlan was recognized as the head of the French government in North Africa. General Charles de Gaulle bitterly opposed this, since Darlan was considered a traitor, and soon after Darlan was assassinated, and General Henri Giraud was assigned as his replacement. The fact that Allied Forces had to fight the French is still hard to believe today, but many French were sympathetic to the Nazi cause and actually fought heroically for Germany. French SS Units (SS Charlemagne Division) fought well in the European conflict, and actually four of their members were recipients of the Knight's Cross during the defense of Berlin.
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Where did the US fight battle in World War 1?
in Europe and in north Africa
Which event of World War 2 was most affected by the contributions of Omar Bradley?
The fight for North Africa
What general did Patton fight with in WW1?
USA GEN George S. Patton Jr. commanded the 3rd Army during WWII; his son, also named COL George S. Patton Jr. commanded the 11th ACR (Armored Cavalry Regiment-Blackhorse) in the Vietnam War.
In which country is El Cid a national hero?
El Cid was the Spanish knight that led the fight that prevented the Moors from North Africa from running over and controlling medieval Spain.
What countries where on the same side as US in World War 2?
During World War 2, The United States was a latecomer to the war. Germany occupied part of France and Conquered Austria. Germany conquered part of Czechoslovakia. England, and France began by fighting against Germany. Then Germany and Russia divided Poland. Germany conquered France. German Armies moved into the Balkans, Greece, North Africa, the Levant, and North Africa. They also moved into Norway. An Italian army moved into Ethiopia. Japan attacked China, conquered Indochina from France, the Philippines from the United States, Indonesia from the Netherlands, and half of New Guinea and Burma from England. At that point a number of the allies had been conquered by the Axis! India, Australia, New Zealand, Brazil, Costa Rica, Canada, and the Union of South Africa all fought on the side of the Allies. As the Allies liberated various peoples, they joined the fight. The Arabs of North Africa joined the fight against the Germans as Patton's tanks rolled across North Africa. The Arabs of Libya joined the fight as Montgomery pushed back the forces of Rommel. Ho Chi Minh in Vietnam led an effective guerrilla force against the Japanese. When the French returned to Indochina, he continued his guerrilla war and drove them out. When the American army came, he continued his guerrilla war and drove them out. China, of course fought against Japan. Russia changed sides when Germany attacked. Finland had started on the side of Germany and become neutral. Romania started on the side of Germany and late in the war switched sides.
How did the people of North Africa react to French expansion?
there was continuous local rebelion, but the french thought it was worth it to fight back.
Who did Stalin fight against in North Africa?
Soviet forces did NOT fight in North Africa...........................
Where were Australian troops first sent to fight in World War 2?
North Africa North Africa
Why did France and the US fight at Casablanca?
That's a good question, and one that is not answered in the History Channel's presentation of Gen. George Patton's campaign in North Africa. I was wondering that myself, since France and the U.S. were allies in WWII!
Where on land did we first fight the Germans in World War 2?
North Africa
Where did the US fight battle in World War 1?
in Europe and in north Africa
When did the us begin to fight the Germans?
The US landed troops in North Africa in the far west coast. They had to fight the Vichy French(who had surrended to the Germans) until they advanced further East. The first battles between American units and German combat units occurred in November 1942. A good reference book: "An Army at Dawn: The War in North Africa, 1942-1943" - by Rick Atkinson
When did the 28th maori battalion fight?
in greece, crete, north africa, takrouna and el alamein
Who sent britain's best generals to fight the french in north america?
william pitt
What sent Britain's best generals to fight the French in North America?
William pitt
Who won the war in North Africa?
During World War II, the Axis forces in North Africa were defeated by two different Allied forces, one taking offensive action from the east and one taking offensive action from the west. The former was composed mostly of British troops, while the latter was mostly American. They met in Tunisia in early 1943 before delivering the knock-out blow to the Germans and Italians in May of that year.
Which event of World War 2 was most affected by the contributions of Omar Bradley?
The fight for North Africa
