2015 50c Australia At War El Alamein Uncirculated Coin
The Battle of El Alamein, fought from October 23 to November 11, 1942, during World War II, was a crucial turning point in the North African Campaign. Australian forces, part of the Allied 8th Army, played a significant role in the battle against the Axis forces led by General Erwin Rommel. The successful Allied offensive, commanded by British General Bernard Montgomery, halted the advance of Axis troops and marked the beginning of the Allied push across North Africa. Australian soldiers' bravery and effective combat strategies were pivotal in securing a decisive victory, which contributed to the eventual defeat of Axis forces in the region.