The First Victory

In this insightful audiobook, Andrew Stewart examines the pivotal yet often overlooked Allied victory in East Africa during 1941, where British and Commonwealth forces faced nearly 300,000 Italian troops with a disciplined contingent of just 70,000. Drawing on previously unseen documents, Stewart delves into Britain's African wartime strategy, the assembly of diverse fighting forces, and key military leadership dynamics, particularly between General Archibald Wavell and Winston Churchill. The narrative explores the fierce battles, including the grueling defense at Keren, and reflects on the long-lasting implications of this significant campaign.