"The Battle of El Alamein marked the turning point in Britain's fortunes in World War II. Three separate battles took place between July and November 1942, all fought to halt the advance of Rommel's army towards the Suez Canal. The final battle at El Alamein, fought in October and November, saw the continuous bombardment of the German line that Rommel was instructed to hold at all costs by Hitler himself. The Allies shattered the German defenses, and Rommel led a westward retreat in order to salvage what was left of the Afrika Korps. This book provides an in-depth analysis of the battle that turned the tide in favor of the Allies in Africa"--Page 4 of cover.

Includes maps of: Eighth Army Retreat; First Alamein; Alam el Halfa - Rommel's Last Chance; Alam Halfa - Rommel's Final Offensive; Alamein - Operations Lightfoot and Supercharge; Dog Fight; Operation Supercharge - the Breakout; Eighth Army Drive.

Origins of the battle -- Chronology -- Opposing commanders -- Opposing armies -- Opposing plans -- First Alamein -- Battle of Alam Halfa -- El Alamein : the attack -- El Alamein : the dog fight -- El Alamein : breakout and pursuit -- The battlefield today.