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Battle of Gazala
1942 • Kyrenaika Panzerschlacht
Historical Overview
Rommel's greatest victory; bypassing the Gazala line.
Quick Facts
Outcome:German victory.
Afrika Korps
- Commander: Erwin Rommel
- Strength: ca. 40.000
- Casualties: gering
UK
- Commander: Neil Ritchie
- Strength: 35000
- Casualties: 33.000 (Gef.)
Strategic Context
Opening the way to Egypt.
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