Monday, 11th November 2024
7.30pm
Presentation by: Lauchlan Gayland
The Rats of Tobruk
By 10th April 1941, the German and Italian forces under the command of Lieutenant General Erwin Rommel had surrounded the Tobruk garrison which was being defended by the British Commonwealth forces including more than 14,000 Australians, under the command of Major General Leslie Morshead. Along the perimeter the first shots were exchanged. The siege had begun. Heavy fighting continued for 242 days. It was an epic battle and despite heavy casualties, the Tobruk garrison was held. Finally of 7th December 1941, Rommel was forced to abandon the siege. This was one of the longest sieges in British military history and gave rise to the legend of the mighty "Rats of Tobruk".
Note:
This meeting will be held at:
Rats of Tobruk Association venue
44 Victoria Avenue, Albert Park
Venue: Middle Park Primary School
From Richardson Street enter the school via the gate between the Infant School on the left and the Main School on the right. Then turn right to look for the door to the side of the main building. Look for our sign to point the way.
