Who
Who won the attack?
The Allies.
When did WWII begin?
September 1st, 1939.
What part of Africa did it take place in?
Northern Africa.
Who helped the allies in Algiers?
The local citizens.
How did it help the allies?
It gave them experience and momentum.
Who were the two countries behind the attack?
Britain and the U.S.
When did WWII end?
September 2, 1945.
What land did the Axis take control of?
Southern France.
How long did the whole operation last?
9 days.
What did they do in the land they captured?
They opened a second front.
What forces did they aim to capture?
What phase of the war was Operation Torch?
The middle phase.
Where did Germany send their troops to?
Tunisia.
How many axis troops were captures?
Over 300,000.
What did it lead to?
The Tunisia Campaign.
Who was it led by?
It was led by Dwight D. Eisenhower.
When did the Vichy forces agree to stop fighting?
November 10, 1942.
What body of water did it give the Allies control over?
The Western Mediterranean.
How did the Axis respond?
They launched Case Anton which sent troops to the battlegrounds.
What threats did the victory eliminate?
Egypt and the Suez Canal.
Did FDR originally agree with this attack?
No, he wanted to invade France.
When was the victory letter written?
November 16, 1942.
Where did the three task forces target?
Morocco, Oran, and Algiers.
What machinery did they use?
Tanks, aircrafts, and naval vessels.
Who did the victory help relieve pressure from?