Italian invasion of Egypt, Military campaign in Egypt
The Italian invasion of Egypt was a military campaign that took place during World War II.
Initiated by the Kingdom of Italy in September 1940, it aimed at the control of the Suez Canal.
This event is an important chapter in the North African theatre of WWII.
Today, historical sites related to the invasion can be visited in Egypt.
The campaign marked the beginning of the Western Desert Campaign.
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Western Desert campaign
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