Operation Torch (nov 8, 1942 – nov 10, 1942)
Description:
The Allied invasion of French North Africa in November 1942 was intended to draw Axis forces away from the Eastern Front, thus relieving pressure on the hard-pressed Soviet Union. The operation was a compromise between U.S. and British planners as the latter felt that the American-advocated landing in northern Europe was premature and would lead to disaster at this stage of the war.Added to timeline:
Date:
nov 8, 1942
nov 10, 1942
~ 2 days