Axis capture of Tobruk (1942 AD)

Axis capture of Tobruk (Side A vs ||) took place in 1942 AD during Battle of Gazala during the Second World War.

Battle facts

• Year: 1942 AD
• Date: 1942-06-21
• Era: Modern
• Conflict: Battle of Gazala during the Second World War
• Side B: ||
• Commanders (A): Erwin Rommel| Walter Nehring| Ettore Baldassarre| Enea Navarini| Benvenuto Gioda
• Commanders (B): Neil Ritchie| William Gott| Hendrik Klopper
• Casualties: approx. 33,000 taken prisoner
• Outcome: Axis victory
• Coordinates: 32.083°, 23.950°

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