Desert Armour: Tank Warfare in North Africa: Gazala to Tunisia, 1942-43

The book "The Desert War 1942-1943: Rommel's Last Stand" by Robert Forczyk covers the development of armoured warfare in North Africa from Rommel's Gazala offensive in 1942 to the end of war in Tunisia in 1943. It examines the armoured forces, equipment, doctrine, training, logistics, and operations employed by both Allied and Axis forces, focusing on the brigade and regimental level of operations.

Format: Hardback
Length: 384 pages
Publication date: 12 October 2023
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

The war in North Africa was a remarkable testament to the power of mechanized warfare, and it stands as one of the most technologically advanced theaters of World War II. For three years, British, Commonwealth, and later US troops engaged in constant contact with Axis forces, making it the only theater where such a prolonged engagement occurred. In his book, "The Second Half of the North African Campaign: From Gazala to Tunisia," bestselling author Robert Forczyk delves into the second half of this historic campaign.

Starting with the Gazala offensive in May 1942, which pushed British forces back to the Egyptian frontier and resulted in the fall of Tobruk, Forczyk examines the pivotal battles of El Alamein and the final Allied victory in Tunisia. He provides a comprehensive analysis of the armoured forces, equipment, doctrine, training, logistics, and operations employed by both Allied and Axis forces throughout the period.

The book is extensively illustrated with photographs, profile artwork, and maps, offering a visual perspective of the battles and campaigns. Additionally, tactical-level vignettes and appendices provide detailed insights into tank data, tank deliveries in-theater, and orders of battle. By drawing upon primary sources and conducting extensive research, Forczyk has produced a new study of armoured warfare in the desert that sheds light on this critical aspect of World War II.

The war in North Africa was a defining moment in the history of warfare, and Forczyk's book offers a valuable contribution to our understanding of this complex and challenging theater of operations. Whether you are a military historian, a student of history, or simply interested in the evolution of warfare, "The Second Half of the North African Campaign: From Gazala to Tunisia" is a must-read for anyone seeking to deepen their knowledge of this pivotal period of World War II.

Weight: 1346g
Dimension: 249 x 200 x 29 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781472859846