Why was the battle of El Alamein an important turning point in the war?
A) The British defeated the Afrika Korps and forced the Italians and Germans in Africa to surrender.
B) The Germans finally defeated the British forces under General Montgomery.
C) The Italians had their first successful campaign against the British forces.
D) The Germans completed their invasion of Egypt under General Rommel.
E) The British were defeated and withdrew from Africa.
Answer: A
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