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 part of the Allied strategy to weaken Germany. By liberating these areas, the Allies could surround and put more pressure on German forces, which was crucial for victory over them. Recruiting local forces was not the main reason. North - African forces were not a threat to invade Europe in the context of the Allied strategy. Preventing Soviet expansion was not the focus of this particular part of the strategy.

Answer:

It would ultimately ensure victory over German forces.