After the Battle of El Alamein, General Bernard Montgomery famously stated, "This is not the end. It is not even the beginning of the end. But it is, perhaps, the end of the beginning." He emphasized the significance of the victory in turning the tide of the war in North Africa, while also acknowledging that further challenges lay ahead. Montgomery's remarks underscored both the achievement and the ongoing struggle against Axis forces.
The Second Battle of El Alamien El Alamien, Egypt.
Bernard Montgomery
Lieutenant-General Bernard Montgomery .
Bernard Montgomery
Rommel vs Auchenleck who in turn was succeeded by Montgomery during the course of the battle .
Bernard Montgomery
Bernard Montgomery.
The outcome of the first battle at El Alamein was indecisive but Britain's Eighth Army led by Bernard Montgomery won the second battle.
The Second Battle of El Alamien El Alamien, Egypt.
Bernard Montgomery
General Montgomery said 'Go!'.
Bernard Montgomery
Lieutenant-General Bernard Montgomery .
Bernard Montgomery
Bernard Montgomery.
Rommel vs Auchenleck who in turn was succeeded by Montgomery during the course of the battle .
General Erwin Rommel and Gen Bernard Montgomery.