Chronology of World War II
Bombardment precedes Tobruk assault
Wednesday, April 30, 1941 www.onwar.com

In North Africa... After General Paulus has decided to allow a further effort against Tobruk the heaviest German attack yet goes in after a bombardment by artillery and many Stuka bombers. A salient in the western section of the perimeter around the Ras el Madauar hill is gained by the attack but vigorous defense halts it there.


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