Hitler’s Disastrous Desert War (2021)

Introduction The story of the turning point battle of World War II in North Africa. Outline When the British army looks set to defeat Mussolini’s Italian forces, Hitler sends reinforcements; the Africa Korps led by General Rommel. The Desert Fox is on winning form until Montgomery, the British commander, sets up a plan to crush…

Andrew Marshall

22/05/2023

1–2 minutes

Desert Warfare, History, Military Documentary, War, World War Two

Introduction

The story of the turning point battle of World War II in North Africa.

Outline

When the British army looks set to defeat Mussolini’s Italian forces, Hitler sends reinforcements; the Africa Korps led by General Rommel. The Desert Fox is on winning form until Montgomery, the British commander, sets up a plan to crush his opponent. After the American landing in North Africa, The Axis armies have no choice but to surrender and put an end to desert war.

Production & Filming Details

Narrator(s):
- Geoffrey Bateman
Director(s):
- Yvan Demeulandre … (directed by)
Producer(s):
- Manuel Catteau … producer
Writer(s):
Music:
Cinematography:
Editor(s):
- Tania Goldenberg … (edited by)
Production:
Distributor(s):
- National Geographic (worldwide) (TV)
Release Date: 01 January 2021 (Internet).
Rating: Unknown.
Running Time: 44 minutes.
Country: UK.
Language: English.