Gazala: Episode 9 — Ariete at Bir Hakeim
Ariete at Bir Hakeim focuses on the first Axis blows against the Free French position and the surprise of meeting a defense far tougher than expected. The episode gives proper attention to the Italian Ariete Armored Division while showing how mines, anti-tank guns, artillery, and disciplined defenders made Bir Hakeim a serious obstacle to Rommel’s timetable. One hardpoint on the edge of the battlefield began to influence the entire campaign. Produced by Trackpads.com.
