Operation Torch, Allied landings in North Africa began on 8th November 1942. Able Seaman Fitzpatrick of Whiteabbey, Co. Antrim was among the first casualties.
On 8th November 1940, after less than three months training, new recruits were on parade before photographers at St. Patrick's Barracks, Ballymena, Co. Antrim.
On 8th November 1940, War Office photographer Mr. E.A. Taylor photographed members of 380th Battery, Royal Artillery (T.A.) at Magilligan Point, Co. Londonderry.