One Man's War: Rommel & Gazala (Part 3)
Summary
This episode follows Sam Bradshaw’s recovery from severe wounds and his return to 6 RTR, where he clashes with a punitive officer before finding mentorship under a new lieutenant. The narrative covers the disastrous Battle of Gazala, the retreat to El Alamein, and the regiment’s re-equipment with American tanks. It highlights the critical role of the Desert Air Force in halting Rommel’s advance and details the attritional fighting of the First Battle of El Alamein.
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