During this time, he reported to British General Sir Harold Alexander, commander of the 18th Army Group, and came into conflict with Air Vice Marshal Sir Arthur Coningham about the lack of close air support being provided for his troops.
În acest timp, el a raportat generalului britanic Sir Harold Alexander, comandantul grupului de armate 18, și a intrat în conflict cu vice-mareșalul aerului Sir Arthur Coningham despre lipsa sprijinului aerian adecvat trupelor sale.