Surviving The Siege Of Malta
Synopsis
7,000 people died during the defense of Malta, a key battleground in the Mediterranean during World War II.
Synopsis
Grand Harbour in Malta was a vital strategic location during World War II. The documentary details the siege that began in June 1940 when Italian forces targeted the island. It recounts the intense bombing campaigns by German and Italian aircraft, which made Malta the most bombed place on earth. The film features stories of civilians, Royal Navy personnel, and fighter pilots who played crucial roles in the defense. By the end of the siege, 7,000 people had died, but Malta's resistance significantly influenced the war's outcome in North Africa.
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Why Watch
- See how Malta became a key target for the Axis powers.
- Find out about the bombing of the Valletta Opera House.
- Meet the legendary fighter pilots who defended Malta.
Did You Know
- Malta was the most bombed place on earth during World War II.
- The first Italian air raid on Malta occurred on June 11, 1940.
- 7,000 people died in the defense of Malta during the Second World War.
- The Valletta Opera House was carpet bombed by Germans in April 1942.
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What was the most important harbor in the eastern Mediterranean during World War II?
Grand Harbour in Malta was the most important harbor in the eastern Mediterranean during World War II.
How many people died in the defense of Malta during World War II?
7,000 people died in the defense of Malta during World War II.
When did the first bombing raid on Malta occur?
The first bombing raid on Malta occurred on June 11, 1940.
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