The Battle of El Guettar took place from March 23 to April 7, 1943, during World War II. It was part of the larger Tunisian Campaign, where Allied forces aimed to defeat the Axis powers in North Africa. The battle involved American troops, primarily from the 2nd Battalion, 13th Armored Regiment, facing off against German forces led by General Hans von Arnim. The battle was significant for its challenging terrain and the use of combined arms tactics. American forces employed tanks and infantry to overcome German defenses, ultimately leading to a strategic victory that contributed to the eventual Allied success in Tunisia.