WW2 British Soldier Fighting in North Africa

This page is the CodyCross answer for the clue below from African grasslands, Group 1549, Puzzle 5 (Helmeted Turtle).

Question is: WW2 British Soldier Fighting in North Africa

and the answer is: DESERTRAT

Word Meaning:

DESERT RAT — One of various mouselike rodents species inhabiting deserts:

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