The North African Campaign was a military campaign fought between the Allies and the Axis powers in North Africa during World War II. The campaign began in 1940 and lasted until 1943. The fighting primarily took place in the deserts of Libya and Egypt. The campaign saw a number of major battles, including the Siege of Tobruk, the Battle of El Alamein, and the Battle of Gazala. The campaign ultimately resulted in an Allied victory and the expulsion of the Axis powers from North Africa. The North African Campaign is considered to be an important chapter in the overall history of World War II.