The Battle of Tempe Gorge, fought in April 1941 during World War II, was a pivotal engagement in the German invasion of Greece. The battle took place in the narrow Tempe Valley, a strategic pass through the Pindus Mountains, where a combined force of Greek and British Commonwealth troops attempted to halt the advancing German army. Despite their valiant defense, the Allied forces were ultimately outmaneuvered and overwhelmed by the German forces, who utilized a combination of tanks, airpower, and mountain troops to secure a decisive victory. The fall of Tempe Gorge opened a clear path for the German advance into southern Greece, ultimately leading to the occupation of the country.