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Why did the situation look bad for the allies in only 1942?
the situation looked bad for the allies because the allies faced a bleak situation on all fronts
Where were the allies biggest defeats buring 1942?
The Battle of the Java Sea; the Battle of Savo Island.
What was operation sledge hammer in World War 2?
A plan for the Western allies to open the second front in France in 1942.
When did allies win Battle of Midway in the south pacific?
Central pacific, 7 June '42.
What did the Allies fear Rommel's forces might capture in late 1942?
The Suez Canal. Then they could have advanced into southern Europe and Asia to capture oil fields.
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