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~ 'COMMANDO' BATTLEFIELD TOUR in TUNISIA ~
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Although at the time of writing (23/03/11) it is safe to visit
Tunisia many people will be concerned about the political unrest in North
Africa, particularly in neighbouring Lybia. In view of this the planned tour
from May 28th to June 4th 2011 has been postponed until further notice. It's
hoped to re-schedule the tour later in the year. If you'd like more information
about the tour or to find out the latest position please contact Steve Hamilton
of Western Desert Battlefield Tours without obligation. See advice from the
Foreign and Commonwealth Office on the link below.
http://www.fco.gov.uk/en/travel-and-living-abroad/travel-advice-by-country/middle-east-north-africa/tunisia
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This new guided tour, exclusively available through this
website, is offered by
Western Desert Battlefield Tours.
They will donate £100 per head to the
Combined Operations Memorial Fund.
Follow in the footsteps of the Commandos in the certain knowledge that you
will help build a memorial to the Command in which they served - Combined
Operations.
Background
In November 1942 as part of the
British 1st Army No1 and No 6 Commandos took part in
Operation Torch - the landings in North Africa.
After fulfilling their initial role as
traditional raiders, the Commandos were attached to various
infantry units of the 36th and 11th Infantry
Brigades.
The Commandos were recalled to the UK in
April 1943; No 1 Commando to prepare for operations in the Far East and
No 6 Commando to prepare for the Normandy landings. Although they did not
witness the final victory over the Axis forces in North Africa
in May 1943, the Commandos were secure in the knowledge that they had played a
notable part in the successful outcome. [Photo of Madjerda valley courtesy of Western Desert Battlefield
Tours. Click to enlarge.]
The Tour
Steve Hamilton invites you to join him
in May 2011 on
this most enjoyable and picturesque Battlefield Tour of northern Tunisia. Follow
in the footsteps of WW2 Commandos who were amongst the
first to wear the famous "Green Beret". Visit such places as Bizerta,
Sedjenane, Cap Serrat, Medjez el Bab and the Madjerda Valley, Green Hill, Bald
Hill, Oued Zarga and much more, all of which have some significant
connection with the Commandos. The proposed itinerary is;
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Date |
Activity.
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B = Breakfast, L = Lunch and D = Dinner.] |
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28/5 |
Arrive Tunis Carthage Airport,
transferred to our hotel in Tunis. Over night in Tunis. |
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29/5 |
This
morning we take the short drive to our hotel in Bizerta, via Sidi el Mouhjad
where the Commandos landed and later
captured in the early hours of 1st December
1942. Rest of the day at leisure. Over night in Bizerta.
(B L D) |
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3 0/5 |
Today we drive to Tarbarka, via the
Commando battlefields of Sedjenane, Green Hill, Bald Hill, and Djebel Aboid,
we will also visit the Tarbarka war cemetery. Overnight in Tarbarka (B L D) |
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31/5 |
Today we drive through the
beautiful and scenic Atlas Mountains to Beja, via the ancient city of Bull
Regia where the Romans lived in luxury. Over night in Beja. (B L D) the day
includes a tour of the ancient city. |
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1/6 |
This morning we make our way back
to Tunis, via Oued Zarga and Medjez el Bab. Overnight in Tunis (B L D) the
day will include visits to Beja, Oued Zarga, Medjez el Bab and Massicault
war cemeteries, where seventy commandos are buried or commemorated. |
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2/6 |
Tour of the area covering the
commando battlefields of Goubellat, Bou Arada, El Aroussa and "Steamroller
Farm" Over night in Tunis. (B L D) |
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3/6 |
Tour of Tunis, to include Carthage,
home of Hannibal and his Legions, and Sidi
Bou Said. Over night in Tunis. (B L D) |
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4/6 |
Return flight to the UK (B) |
Cost
Tour Cost £1300 per person. Single Supplement £90. Travel Insurance if
required £21. Deposit per person £250. Price includes: flights from the UK; all
transport in air conditioned buses; mineral water; all 4/5 Star hotels; all
meals; all entrance fees to museums and ancient sites; campaign booklet and
battlefield guide. Not included in price: hotel services (i.e. telephone, room
service, laundry etc); social drinks; tips and any optional tours.
For more information without obligation, or to register an
interest, please contact Steve at
Steve.Hamilton@gmx.de or through the website at
www.western-desert.de or speak to him
directly on 07540 138702.
You can also leave
a message on 01283 526588.
After the tour this page will be added to the Combined
Operations Memorial Page with details of the sum raised for the Memorial Fund
and a selection of photos. It will be a permanent record of the generosity of Western
Desert Battlefield Tours and those who took part in the Tunisia tour. [Photo of Medjez el Bab war
cemetery courtesy of Western Desert Battlefield
Tours.
Click to enlarge.]
Further Reading
Tunisian Battle by John D'arcy Dawson.
African Trilogy by Alan Moorehead.
The Green Beret by Hilary St G Saunders. |
Copies of all three books are available via the book icon below. Just copy
and paste the title and author into the search box you'll find there. |
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There are over 200 books listed on our 'Combined Operations Books'
page which can be purchased on-line from the Advanced Book
Exchange (ABE) whose search banner checks the shelves of thousands
of book shops world-wide. Type in or copy and paste the title of
your choice or use the keyword box for book suggestions. There's
no obligation to buy, no registration and no passwords. Just click
on the book icon opposite to take you to the ABE banner. |
Note: The Combined Operations website (www.combinedops.com)
does not endorse or recommend any products or services. It is therefore the
responsibility of purchasers of this Battlefield Tour to satisfy themselves that
they understand what is on offer, and the terms and conditions associated with
it, before committing themselves. If in any doubt please contact Steve Hamilton
of Battlefield Tours for clarification.
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