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The Desert Rats: The British Desert Rats in the Second WW
The Desert Rats were a famous British Army unit officially known as the 7th Armoured Division, active during World War II. They earned their nickname during the North African Campaign (1940-1943), where they fought against German and Italian forces in the harsh desert terrain.
Here's a quick breakdown:
Origins of the Name:
- The name "Desert Rats" came from their time fighting in the Western Desert of Egypt and Libya.
- They adopted the jerboa (a small desert rodent) as their mascot, which was featured on their insignia.
Key Campaigns:
- North Africa (1940-1943): The Desert Rats played a crucial role in battles such as:
o Operation Compass
o Battle of Gazala
o Battle of El Alamein
- Italy (1943-1944): After North Africa, they fought in the Italian campaign.
- North-West Europe (1944-1945): They landed in Normandy shortly after D-Day and fought through France, Belgium, and into Germany.
Notable Commanders:
- Major General Richard O'Connor
- Field Marshal Bernard Montgomery (briefly associated as commander during North Africa)
Legacy:
- The 7th Armoured Division became one of the most celebrated British units of WWII.
- Known for their toughness, mobility, and resilience in desert warfare.
Here's a quick breakdown:
Origins of the Name:
- The name "Desert Rats" came from their time fighting in the Western Desert of Egypt and Libya.
- They adopted the jerboa (a small desert rodent) as their mascot, which was featured on their insignia.
Key Campaigns:
- North Africa (1940-1943): The Desert Rats played a crucial role in battles such as:
o Operation Compass
o Battle of Gazala
o Battle of El Alamein
- Italy (1943-1944): After North Africa, they fought in the Italian campaign.
- North-West Europe (1944-1945): They landed in Normandy shortly after D-Day and fought through France, Belgium, and into Germany.
Notable Commanders:
- Major General Richard O'Connor
- Field Marshal Bernard Montgomery (briefly associated as commander during North Africa)
Legacy:
- The 7th Armoured Division became one of the most celebrated British units of WWII.
- Known for their toughness, mobility, and resilience in desert warfare.
Book Details
- Publisher: Independently Published
- Publish Date: Apr 13rd, 2025
- Pages: 262
- Language: English
- Edition: undefined - undefined
- Dimensions: 9.00in - 6.00in - 0.55in - 0.78lb
- EAN: 9798319269539
- Categories: • Non-Classifiable