Germany's first land loss in WW2; Tobruk & the Australians in Africa

This was my very first video I made at 15. In terms of editing, I can appreciate that it's not Hollywood standards, but feedback is appreciated!

2011 marked the 70th anniversary of Australia’s first major battles of the Second World War. These actions and campaigns were fought in the Middle East and the Mediterranean where the three Australian services were continuously in action throughout 1941.

The second year of the war had begun with a series of impressive British and Commonwealth successes against the Italians in Libya. Australian troops led the advance. But a rapid German offensive quickly reversed these early victories. All that stopped the Germans’ march on Egypt was the defiant garrison at Tobruk.

For eight long months, surrounded by German and Italian forces, the men of the Tobruk garrison, mostly Australians, withstood tank attacks, artillery barrages, and daily bombings. They endured the desert’s searing heat, the bitterly cold nights, and hellish dust storms. They lived in dug-outs, caves, and crevasses.

The defenders of Tobruk did not surrender, they did not retreat. Their determination, bravery, and humour, combined with the aggressive tactics of their commanders, became a source of inspiration during some of the war’s darkest days. In so doing, they achieved lasting fame as the “Rats of Tobruk”.

AWM website

This video is dedicated plainly and simply to the Rats of Tobruk Association of Victoria, and around Australia due to their tremendous work and dedication in keeping the Rat spirit alive.

This documentary was used for my Extended Project Qualification, with minor errors found unfortunately too late. Please provide any comments or feedback! I'd love to hear from you all!

http://ratsoftobrukvictoria.org.au/