Lack of Speed, Anger, and Toughness: The Defeat at Tobruk, 1946-01-01 - 1947-12-31

Item — Box: 29, Folder: 1

Identifier: CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_1_0001

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The British soldiers at Tobruk lack the speed, anger, virility, and toughness of the German soldiers, leading to their defeat. The British soldiers need a clearer understanding of why they are fighting, better training in killing effectively, and a more practical approach to warfare. The British commanders are trained as traditional soldiers, but modern war requires a scientific approach. The British soldiers also lack clear propaganda and support from the British Broadcasting Co. to keep their morale up.