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The fall of Tobruk. Libya. In the background is the Italian Cruiser, San Giorgio
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The fall of Tobruk. Libya. In the background is the Italian Cruiser, San Giorgio
The fall of Tobruk. Libya. In the background is the Italian Cruiser, San Giorgio, on fire.
The Siege of Tobruk lasted for 241 days in 1941, after Axis forces advanced through Cyrenaica from El Agheila in Operation Sonnenblume against Allied forces in Libya, during the Western Desert Campaign (1940Ð1943) of the Second World War.
Picture taken circa 8th February 1941
Official
Reach plc
Mirrorpix
Tobruk
Libya
Media ID 21899315
© Mirrorpix
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This print captures the dramatic scene of "The fall of Tobruk" during the Second World War. In the foreground, we witness the devastating aftermath of this historic event as smoke billows from a city in ruins. The image is made even more poignant by the presence of the Italian Cruiser, San Giorgio, ablaze in the background. The Siege of Tobruk was a pivotal moment in history that lasted an astonishing 241 days. It occurred in 1941 when Axis forces advanced through Cyrenaica from El Agheila as part of Operation Sonnenblume against Allied forces in Libya. This intense battle took place within the larger context of the Western Desert Campaign (1940-1943), which saw numerous conflicts unfold across North Africa. As we gaze upon this photograph taken on approximately February 8th, 1941, we are transported back to a time filled with war and conflict. The image serves as a reminder not only of human resilience but also of destruction and loss experienced during this tumultuous period. This historical artifact belongs to Memory Lane Prints and offers us a glimpse into one chapter among many that shaped our world today. Let us reflect on its significance and honor those who fought bravely amidst these challenging circumstances.
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