Naval Clash Near Corfu Signals War Spread Balkans
British and Australian reports say Italian and Greek warships clashed off Corfu in the Ionian Sea amid tensions over Greece's neutrality. Britain pledged Greece's territorial integrity as Italy demanded access to strategic Greek points. General Metaxas rejected an ultimatum and declared Greece ready to defend the nation.
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Britain fears danger as Italy threatens Greece in war crisis
Reports from Athens and London describe escalating tensions as Italian and German moves near Greece raise fears of a wider conflict. Britain weighs support to Greece while Italy massed forces and Turkey’s stance adds to regional uncertainty amid stalled diplomacy.
War Cabinet Reshaped as Menzies Names Six Ministers
Prime Minister Menzies announced a smaller war cabinet of six including himself the navy minister and the treasurer. The new group will meet in Melbourne next week to set the budget and coordinate defence policy with ministers sworn in by the governor general.
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Greeks cheer for war and tension in Greece’s fate
The crowd in Sydney celebrated the prospect of war with Greece declaring relief at end of recent uncertainties. Reports from officials and overseas messages noted Prime Minister Metaxas and the Greek Army preparing, with Britain expected to aid against Italy. Conversations reflected grave concern over broader European tensions and possible conscription or service changes for Greeks abroad.
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Free French Force advances amid Congo protests disruption
London reports say Free French forces have advanced toward miles in French Equatorial Africa near the Congo Valley as unrest erupts in Leopoldville. Police clash with demonstrators and soldiers, with shops closed and arrests made during the night as crowds disperse under rain and heavy security.
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Axis Leaders Meet Progress Reported Without Announcement
Reports from New York indicate Axis leaders met in Berlin Rome and possibly Madrid with Petain and Franco but no French agreement was announced. The discussions touched on Britain Europe and the Middle East while Vichy papers hinted at pressure to shape a new European order and delay any Britain facing moves.
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Lighter raids on Britain reported by Air Ministry
An Air Ministry communique states nightly Luftwaffe activity over Britain with main strikes in the north west and Midlands. Bombs damaged many targets across England and South Wales, with fires and tire damage in Merseyside and a Midlands town. Casualties were limited, with some deaths and injuries in one town.
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Destroyer Margres Sinking Reported With 140 Lost
Ottawa reports the destroyer Margres was sunk in the North Atlantic on October 22 with 140 officers and men aboard. The Naval Ministry says all survivors were rescued. the ship suffered heavy damage but the crew were saved.
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Minister Calls for Report Sparks Army Probe
Canberra reports the minister demands a full report from the Army amid a backgound of shortages and charged cases. Spender hints at a Melbourne inquiry with potential ties to a Briane dustup while Gabriel notes trouble suspected among troops as a review is promised.
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