Question

which explains why freeing italy and north africa was part of the allied strategy for winning the war? it would enable the allies to recruit local military forces. it would stop north african forces from invading europe. it would help prevent soviet expansion in the west. it would ultimately ensure victory over german forces.

Explanation:

Freeing Italy and North - Africa was key to weakening Germany. Control of these regions disrupted German supply lines and strategic positions, which was crucial for the Allies' overall victory over German forces. Recruiting local forces was not the main reason. North African forces were not a threat to invade Europe in the context of Allied strategy. And preventing Soviet expansion was not the focus of this part of the strategy.

Answer:

It would ultimately ensure victory over German forces.