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Defenders of Tobruk (1941)

December 31, 1941War, Documentary0h 8m

Australian newsreel about the siege of Tobruk and the role played by Aussies in its defence.

Overview

Australian newsreel, telling of the besieged Australian forces in Tobruk. Coverage shows dawn patrols, wrecks in Tobruk Harbour, tank patrols, anti-aircraft action against German planes, gun barrages, etc. also seen is the grave of first Australian VC (Victoria Cross) Corporal Edmondson and his mother at home holding the award.

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