Things were going very badly for the French, but then the Germans gave them a bit of a breather.
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Oct 22
280: North Africa '41 Pt. 2 - Opposing Forces and Mersa Brega
As German forces arrive in North Africa, the situation inherited from Operation Compass and the terrain of Cyrenaica shape the opening of Erwin Rommel's campaign. This episode examines the overstretched British position, the vital role and limitations of Italian forces, and Romme ... Show More
25m 4s