- The British Indian Army participated in the North African campaign, fighting alongside forces in Egypt, including major operations around El Alamein.
- Egypt was declared a British protectorate, with Egyptian workers funding the war effort and the British government assessing local opinion.
- British forces engaged Mahdist Sudanese groups within Egypt.
Documentary on British Special Air Service Filmed in Regina
What happened
A historical docuseries titled SAS vs. The Nazis is being filmed in the Regina area, with scenes set in North Africa. The project focuses on the British Special Air Service, an elite unit formed during the Second World War. The feature-length version is planned for release on Disney Plus, National Geographic, and likely the Smithsonian Channel.
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Why it matters
The production of the documentary, which is supported by a grant from Creative Saskatchewan, involves filming crews and local infrastructure. The series is intended for major international streaming and broadcast platforms.
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Who's involved
- British ArmyThe British Special Air Service, a unit of the British Army, is the subject of the documentary.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
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The film production could increase local investment and jobs in the Regina area.
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The entities involved
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British Army
United Kingdom military land warfare branch of the British Armed Forces
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Egypt
country in Northeast Africa and Southwest Asia
- Leaders from Greece, Egypt, and Cyprus are meeting to advance cooperation on natural gas and energy matters through a Trilateral cooperation mechanism.
- The new event details established facts regarding Egypt, including the Camp David Accords, the function of the Suez Canal connecting to the Red Sea, the reliance of the population on the Nile, and Sisi's tenure.