Defenders of Tobruk

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

Dec 31, 1941 · 8m

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.