The Assassins of Alexandria

On the night of the 10th November 1941 two submarines stealthily left the harbour at Alexandria and headed for Northern Libya. On board were 53 Commandos and 6 Special Boat Service operatives. Underway was one of the most audacious missions of the entire Second World War - a secret attempt to assassinate Hitler’s top General - Erwin Rommel. If they succeeded, it could alter the course of the entire conflict. Sign up to our newsletter here: http://eepurl.com/imr7Dk To find out more about this initiative visit amazingwarstories.com Have a story to tell? Email [email protected] Contributors- -Colonel Nik Cavill Royal Marines Commando -Julie Miller, curator of the Combined MIlitary Services Museum For more about this episode and all of the incredible stories we have in store this series, follow us on your favourite social media platform on- Facebook.com/Amazingwarstories Instagram @amazingwarstories Twitter @amazewarstories Episode Credits- Written & Researched by Charlie Phillips Director & Executive Producer Ed Sayer Associate Producer Lois Crompton Editor Tony Simmons Sound design & 3D mastering by Vaudeville Sound Group www.amazingwarstories.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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In this 3D audio series, ex-British Paratrooper and history fanatic Bruce Crompton narrates incredible tales of bravery from conflicts throughout the ages to support military institutions. All around the world military museums are in danger of closing and smaller, veterans charities desperately need more support. If we allow them to perish, the history contained within them will be lost, as will vital life-lines for our cherished veterans. Remember, Military museums aren't just places of learning, they're places of remembrance too. To contact the team or for advertising enquiries please email: [email protected] or visit amazingwarstories.com