theBATTLE FOR TUNIS

This film is held by the Imperial War Museum (ID: AYY 437/1).

Synopsis

The 4th Indian Division prepares for the Battle of Tunis.

Gurkhas looking at scale models of the features they are planning to attack. Indians sharpening their kukris and cleaning their guns. Infantry of the Rajputana Rifles and Gurkhas going through part of the First Army and being cheered. Punjabi soldiers passing through Medjez El Bab. Tanks moving up to take positions as the sun sets. Indian infantry approach the target. Dead German soldiers after the attack. Captured German prisoners. Captured 88mm guns and Nebelwerfer mortars.

 

Titles

  • theBATTLE FOR TUNIS (Allocated)
Series Title:
BRITISH ARMY OPERATIONS IN THE SECOND WORLD WAR
 

Technical Data

Year:
1943
Running Time:
8 minutes
Film Gauge (Format):
35mm
Colour:
B&W
Sound:
Silent
Footage:
713 ft
 

Production Credits

Production Countries:
GB
cameraman
Ingram, G E (Captain)
Production company
War Office Film Unit