British Attack Drives Italians Toward Sea in Western Desert
British forces under General Sir Archibald Wavell struck at dawn in the Western Desert near Egypt. The operation involved British, Australian, New Zealand, and Indian troops with heavy air and naval support. The initiative aimed to enclose and push Italians toward the sea, capturing key targets and inducing prisoners.
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War Now Between 2 Worlds In Desert Clash
Widespread action described as an eight mile advance in the Western Desert between British forces and Italian troops. Reports cite air and ground engagements with significant troop movements, captures, and casualties as the conflict escalates.
Bombing raid and Hitler speech dominate wartime updates
A Crizo correspondent reports on a major RAF strike against Castel Benito airfields in Libya and allied Italian air force stores. In Berlin, Hitler proclaims the struggle between two worlds, denounces Jews, and urges a disciplined economy while claiming Britain seeks Allied domination rather than peace.
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England
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Terror and reprisal talk as war fear grows
London reports a heated editorial debate urging reprisals against German cities in response to terror. The Times condemns indiscriminate night raids while disclosing no signed contract for half a million 20 pounder shells at Ipswich. Plans for a large annex and munitions production are outlined, with details on firms and officials involved.
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Two RAAF Schools For Maryborough Move Announced
CANBERRA reports the minister announced plans to build two large RAAF training schools in Maryborough joining existing bases. The two new facilities named Runners' School and air navigation school will train air crews and integrate with other eastern Australian RAAF establishments. The plan aims to attract hundreds of personnel to Maryborough strengthening regional defense training.
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Greeks Claim Narrow Victory Peaks in North Aided by Allies
A Greek spokesman said the Italian right wing withdrew near Argyrokasiron and Saranda as Greek forces gained several strategically important peaks in the northern sector. Athens reports continued Greek gains, with Britain’s air force noted in Athens streets amid improvements to supply and communications for the campaign.
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War Costs in Australia Reach Over Fifty Million Pounds
Canberra reports six ten months of war have cost Australia £109,524,000. Treasurer in war reply to Senator Cameron details funds from revenue £31,989,000, from loans £75,225,000, from trust funds £2,608,000. Approximate annual interest liability on total defence and war loans is £2,595,000.
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Greece applauds brave boy who forged to frontier
A Greek boy of eleven earns praise from Premier Metaxas for leading a unit toward the frontier after obtaining a family army weapon. His father, an artillery expert, travels with him while his mother blesses the mission as banners rise over a tense regional scene.
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Plenty Of Men For Minesweeping In Australia Senate
An Australian Senate debate discusses manpower for mine sweeping. Senator Bland asks about volunteer crews and whether inexperienced sailors would be assigned. Senator Pell notes government aims to deploy mine sweeping units, with constraints on revealing exact numbers and nationalities aboard vessels.
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Canadian Destroyer Damaged By U Boat Attack
A December report from Associated Press describes the Canadian destroyer Sugtepay torpedoed during engagement in the Atlantic. Twenty-one men are missing and eighteen others are believed to have died as the vessel reached port for safety.
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Savuenay
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Extended air patrol of the sea debated in Canberra
In Canberra discussions arise on expanding air patrols over the sea. Mr. McEwen urges ministerial action to extend coverage even if regulatory changes are needed for new air routes. He seeks assurance new patrols would be feasible and accepted, stressing civil service safety benefits.
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Imatey
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McEwen
Germany Announces New West Wall Fortifications
A Times special correspondent reports Germany claims the Western frontier fortifications are being strengthened. The new line consists of concrete forts along the continental coast from Britain to the Atlantic, described as a major German press assertion.
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New West Wall
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