Tobruk 1941 - The Desert Siege

This book, first published in 1984, examines the 1941 siege of Tobruk and the experiences of the inexperienced Australian troops facing Rommel's successful armies. It looks at the follies as well as the bravery, and the challenges both sides faced from fighting in desert conditions.

List of contents

1. Introduction 2. Early Victory 3. The Superb Tactician 4. Retreat and Defence 5. The Fierce Onslaught 6. Security and Prisoners 7. Holding Out 8. Under Siege 9. ‘Your Magnificent Defence…’ 10. Stalemate 11. Operation Battleaxe 12. Operation Crusader

About the author

Timothy Hall

Summary

This book, first published in 1984, examines the 1941 siege of Tobruk and the experiences of the inexperienced Australian troops facing Rommel’s successful armies. It looks at the follies as well as the bravery, and the challenges both sides faced from fighting in desert conditions.

Product details

• Authors: Timothy Hall
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd.
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 15.04.2023
• EAN: 9781032079356
• ISBN: 978-1-0-3207935-6
• No. of pages: 224
• Series: Routledge Library Editions: WW2
• Subjects: Non-fiction book > Politics, society, business > Politics; HISTORY / Military / General, Second World War, c 1938 to c 1946 (World War Two period), Battles & campaigns, c 1939 to c 1945 (including WW2), Battles and campaigns, Libya