World War II featured several prominent commanders who played crucial roles in the conflict. Notable figures included Dwight D. Eisenhower, the Supreme Commander of the Allied Expeditionary Forces, who led the successful invasion of Normandy in 1944. On the Axis side, Erwin Rommel, known as the "Desert Fox," was a key commander in North Africa, recognized for his tactical skill. Other significant leaders included Georgy Zhukov, a Soviet general who played a vital role in the defeat of Nazi Germany at the Battle of Stalingrad, and Douglas MacArthur, who commanded Allied forces in the Pacific theater. Each commander contributed to shaping the outcome of the war.