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Originally Posted by Lubicon
Great write up. North Africa might not have been seen as a campaign of major significance but it was important for a few reasons. It was the first major effort by US land forces in the European theatre, was the first amphibious landing by US forces in the European theatre, and was the first airborne landings as well. All important precursors for later efforts by the Allies.
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The North African campaign is woefully underrated. In terms of a victory for the Allies, it should stand alongside Stalingrad.
EDIT: Working on a write-up on the Canadians in NW Europe. Hope to be done today.