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On Thurs. 15 Aug 1940 Italian troops continued the attack at Tug Argan,.....

1940-08-15

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Italian troops continued the attack at Tug Argan, British Somaliland, taking another one of the six hills overlooking the main road. Overnight, British forces withdrew towards Berbera, with African troops, Indian troops, and troops of the Scottish regiment Black Watch forming a rearguard at Barkasan.

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