Chronology of World War II
Tuesday, February 18th
Italian Cruiser
San Giorgio
On Fire
This photo, made from a British warplane during the assault of Tobruk shows the Italian Cruiser
San Giorgio
, burning amidships, in the harbor of Tobruk, on 18 February 1941. The ship was scuttled, its decks appear to be covered with wrecked and smashed gear. (AP Photo)