Article, Diggers made Tobruk Impregnable, 1941_01

Historical information

It provides a backdrop to the Tobruk siege and how the "rats" got their name.

Significance

It particularly outlines the events leading up to the death of Corporal Jack Edmondson and his actions that were recognised by the awarding of a posthumous Victoria Cross to him.

Physical description

A 4 page typed article extracted from a book called "Diggers made Tobruk Invincible".

Inscriptions & markings

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