GREAT NORTH AFRICA BLOG

[PanzerArm]

I found this blog while looking for DAK reference shots. It is pretty extensive, covering a huge chunk of what happened in the desert. The best part is, it's still active, so there will be more to come. I have to warn you though, if you have a slow connection, or slow computer, this page will be a pain in the butt to view.


http://afrikaaxisallied.blogspot.com/20 ... chive.html





-Kevin

[Razor17019]

Thanks for the link.
Some really great pics and info.
There is a great deal of Italian info.
Did they participate much in the North Africian campaign with the Germans?

[PanzerArm]

They were there during the entire time the Germans were, and about a year or so previous. The Italians were there in larger numbers, but the reason the Germans get all the glory is because they were able to field 3 armored divisions with relatively decent tanks in N. Africa, while the Italians were only able to field one I believe, their Ariete division, which was equipped with far outclassed tanks (M13/40s etc). The Italians were mainly used in defensive roles, or as reserves once the DAK arrived, as their fighting potential was seen to be lacking in German generals eyes.

[Dauntless]

Well I didn't read much of it, just looked at the profiles and pics.

The last vehicle is super-cool. Wish someone made a 1:18 or 1:32 of that:
http://warandgame.files.wordpress.com/2 ... s_side.jpg

[PanzerArm]

The landwaserschlepper. It was intended as a vehicle to be used in Operation Sea Lion, the proposed invasion of England. I think there were only a few made, if not just one.

[STUKA]

great site! Thanks for posting