Rommel is engaged in fighting farther north around Gambut where the New Zealand infantry capture the German Afrika Korps headquarters and much of the German communication equipment. The British losses are also high and General Auchinleck, the British Commander in Chief, takes a great interest in the tactical planning. The Germans name this day Totensonntag (Sunday of the Dead). German and Italian losses are high and their numerical superiority is lost. In the afternoon, both German and Italian forces from the Ariete Division stage a direct charge against the British armor which has been reinforced with two South African Brigades. Fierce battles continue in the area southeast of Sidi Rezegh. The British and Dutch are seen to be acting on concerns expressed by Chiang Kai-shek's government in China. This response is not sent after Dutch and British authorities express concerns over the concessions offered to the Japanese in China. American Secretary Hull rejects the proposals, but prepares a reply which will enable negotiations to continue. The Japanese government offer proposals for a interim settlement with the United States. The Vichy Government announces the retirement of General Weygand from his responsibilities in North Africa in response to pressures by German authorities.įrom Japan. ![]() Rommel orders his panzer divisions toward Sidi Rezegh. ![]() British General Cunningham orders the Tobruk garrison to begin breakout attacks. The British 7th Armoured Brigade is still advancing around Sidi Rezegh and the 22nd Armoured Brigade is moving to join up with the 4th Armoured Brigade. ![]() The British 4th Armoured Brigade engages with German 15th Panzer Division and sustains heavy losses.
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