1. The battle of El Alamein was, in Churchill's phrase, "the end of the beginning'.

2. As is well known, the Battle of El Alamein was a resounding victory and established Montgomery's reputation.

3. In 1942, the second battle of El Alamein ended after 12 days.

4. The Battle of El Alamein was a turning point in the war.

5. In headlong retreat after the Battle of El Alamein, Rommel had disobeyed orders of his F ü hrer.

6. Shortly after the birth of their only child, Tania, Etienne died from chest wounds at the Battle of El Alamein in October 1942.