Battle of El Alamein explained

There were two battles of El Alamein in World War II, both fought in 1942. The Battles occurred during the North African campaign, in Egypt, in and around an area named after a railway stop called El Alamein.

• First Battle of El Alamein: 1–27 July 1942
• Second Battle of El Alamein: 23 October – 4 November 1942

In addition, the Battle of Alam el Halfa (30 August – 5 September 1942) was fought during the same period and in the same location.