Ep 10. North Africa
- January 12, 2007
- 44 min
The Lost Evidence season 1 episode 10 titled "North Africa" takes the viewers on a journey through the deserts of North Africa during World War II. The episode gathers evidence of how the Allies and Axis fought a brutal war for control of the region.
The episode starts with the Allied forces' invasion of North Africa in 1942, which was the first step towards the defeat of the Axis powers in the region. The episode shows how the Allied forces landed in Morocco and Algeria to take the Axis forces by surprise. The episode uses rare footage to show the landing of Allied troops as well as some of the key military leaders of that time.
The episode also highlights the challenges Allied forces had to face in the desert environment. The troops encountered harsh weather conditions, rugged terrain and a shortage of supplies. To win the war, the Allied forces had to adapt and come up with innovative strategies to overcome those challenges.
The episode shows how the battle at Kasserine Pass was a turning point in the war in North Africa. The Axis forces had succeeded in pushing back the Allied troops, but this led to the appointment of General George S. Patton, who turned the tide of the war in the Allies' favor.
The Lost Evidence season 1 episode 10 also lays out the aftermath of the battle of North Africa. The episode shows the aftermath of the war, as well as how those events led to a new chapter in the conflict between the Allied and Axis powers.
The episode uses rare and never-before-seen footage, as well as photographs, maps and other evidences to provide a deeper insight into the conflict in North Africa. It also features commentary from military historians and interviews with veterans who participated in the conflict.
Overall, The Lost Evidence season 1 episode 10 titled "North Africa" offers a comprehensive and detailed look at the Allied and Axis fight for control in North Africa during World War II. It is a must-watch for history buffs who want to learn more about one of the most important battles of the war.
