Review of R A Successes In North African Campaign
Australian Associated Press reports Official RAF cooperation in Egypt and Libya from December 7 to 19 results show at least 144 Italian planes destroyed, 88 in the air and 56 on the ground or captured. British losses total 13 planes, with five pilots saved. The campaign opened with a surprise strike on Castel Benito and included raids on Benina Sidi Berrani Sollum Bardia El Adem and Derna to Sidi Barrani. A single RAF squadron shot down four of six planes that day, while heavy raids gutted El Adem and targets in Safari. Only one Allied plane was lost during the 24 hour period.
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Battle Report From North Africa Debates Tobruk Bardia
A wartime dispatch details air and ground raids against Bardia and Tobruk from December 1 to 19. Italian losses include multiple planes shot down and ground destruction of stores and airfields. The Royal Air Force claims heavy bombings, captures and retreating enemy forces, with focus on barracks, depots, and motor transports.
British Forces Hold Bardia Front As Reinforcements Arrive
December 21 dispatches report British defences at Bardia under artillery harassment while troops reinforce and clear areas northwest and west. An additional 600 Italian prisoners and four guns captured. Sudan frontier patrols active. Kenya front unchanged. Rome radio says ally Italy offers no aid unless needed. Ian shows two enemy fighters shot on December 19. Western Desert notes Italian reinforcements to Aer Perea and continued arrival of British and Australian reinforcements.
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RAF Cairo communique details raids on Berka and Derna
British air forces report night raids on Berka and Derna with bombing of dispersal aircraft and hangars, fires and casualties. Fighters claim several enemy planes downed, while additional raids at Bardia and Gambit areas caused major damage. East African troops repelled raiders near Boran, taking camels and equipment.
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RAF raid on Castel Benito reported by communique
Cairo reports a twofold RAF attack on Castel Benito. The first wave hit three hangars, caused fires and an explosion, destroying eleven enemy aircraft and damaging several others. The second wave scored seven hits on airfield hangars, with planes destroyed and fires and blasts observed as raiders departed.
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Order for Japan Met by Worker Protest
In London on December 23 a British engineering shop saw workers refuse to handle an order for Japan. A foreman dumped blueprints marked subject to Japanese army inspection and the workforce, though willing to miss holidays and work overtime, would not aid Axis powers. A deputation protested to management and to Labour Minister Bevin. the company argued the order was vital for foreign exchange under an export licence.
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Britain and United States Face War Struggle in 1941
A German spokesman warned of escalating war by sea, citing American ship losses and the need for massive merchant tonnage. He urged US shipbuilding aid while noting Britain’s reliance on destroyers and renewed wartime fabrication as the spring of 1941 looms.
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Norwegians Defy Nazi Rule in Oslo Street Battles
Norwegian opposition to Quisling rule intensified as German authorities consult Berlin. Clashes erupt in Oslo with fans singing national anthems, arrests made, several injured. Fighting spreads to Normarken sports ground, cinema, and the National Theatre as police quell violence.
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Raids Through Britain
British air raids across the British Isles last night caused damage and injuries in multiple towns. London saw anti aircraft fire and a raider attacked, while Liverpool, the Merseyside area, and East Anglia suffered incendiaries and bombs with fires and property damage. A Spitfire pursued a bomber over the English Channel, and Dublin Belfast were reported bombed. one person injured in County Dublin and minor damage elsewhere.
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Many Arrests Reported After Anti Nazi Demonstrations
A BBC report from New York dated December 21 notes that numerous arrests followed anti Nazi demonstrations. The article highlights police activity and public response during the protests.
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Rebel Troops Disarmed Near Chinese Border
About 300 Indo-Chinese rebel troops were disarmed by Chinese forces near the border after retreating into Chinese territory following an assault by French troops at Langston.
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Langston
Arrests at Vienna market hall as Schirach visit sparks unrest
In Vienna's third district market hall crowds booed Nazi Governor Baldur von Schirach during his visit. Arrests followed a football match incident. Meanwhile Severin rubber factory workers struck after their manager was jailed for insulting von Schirach. A former Belgian minister in New York warned of Belgian sabotage against Germany led from London.
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Wilhemetreese spokesman calls for US war support
Berlin reports quote Wilhemetreese spokesman urging America to engage in a warlike act to reinforce Britain as it nears collapse. He brands the British demand as a death struggle and questions American restraint in foreign policy while asserting the Foreign Office stance.
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High Official Comments on Sale of Abandoned Shipping
A senior official discusses proposed U S acquisition of British war materials and the potential transfer. He states the action would proceed if legally feasible and aligned with U S policy favoring Britain during the war.
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Tecermurr
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Greeks Drive On In Albania As War Spreads
An Athens radio dispatch reports Greek forces continuing to push Italian troops in Albania. Strain grows with Greek advances near Pogradec and Berati, while Greek and Allied air actions claim bombers shot down and pilots parachuting to safety.
New York Times Notes Nazi Warning on Aid to Britain
Washington correspondent says no opinion suggests the warning will sway US policy. Decision to extend aid short of war was weighed, Berlin’s stance signals US aid may expand. The Times calls Berlin’s reaction ironic as Germany criticizes US restraint while forging a two front dynamic.
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Australian Ambassador Latham Arrives in Tokyo
Sir John Latham, Australian Ambassador to Japan, is the guest of the British ambassador while a suitable Legation house is sought, with offices already open in Tokyo. He called on the Dean of diplomatics Mr Grew and on Mr Matsuoka, and will present credentials to the Emperor early next week. He was welcomed in Japan and arrangements were made to expedite provisioning at the first port of call, Miki, with an official Yokohama welcome.
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Names of ships refused disclosure by Navy Minister
Sydney December 22 the Navy Minister Mr W M Hughes refused to day to give the names of the ships presumed lost by enemy action off Nauru Island on December 1 and would not disclose any information about the crews
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Recall from Berlin Embassy Members Reported
Berlin dispatch says Germany asked the United States to recall several embassy members in Paris. The Wilhelmstrasse spokesman notes Germany observes restraint and friendliness from the other nation while criticizing what it calls provocative actions and moral aggression.
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RAF loses nine planes in Greek theater report
Athens December 22 official statement says RAF losses total nine aircraft since the Italian invasion of Greece. It cites BP bombing raids on Vienna and other targets with substantial tonnage, while Italian losses and German defenses are noted with minimal Allied casualties.
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Claims Filed Against Princess Hohenlohe
Four London attorneys sue Princess Hohenlohe in Los Angeles to recover 6185 dollars in fees for services tied to the Hohenlohe affair. The action alleges contract-based charges arising from the Mothermere case. A fragment mentions planning travel to Mexico by plane but details are unclear.
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Elwak Troops With Death In Nairobi Bombing Report
A December 22 communique says enemy planes bombed Tiwakom on December 1 in the morning, but our troops had withdrawn earlier. The report notes casualties and describes the retreat as a strategic withdrawal amid ongoing hostilities in the region.
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Germany seeks withdrawal of three embassy staff in Paris
Washington reports the Secretary of State states Germany has a right to demand the withdrawal of three embassy personnel in Paris, with no comment on German actions toward Britain or American aid. London dispatch notes a Berlin agency claim that three German agents in Paris, Mrs Ahab, Cross and Lee Hont, pressed Britain to influence the American Embassy.
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RAAF MESSAGE FROM Camps in Canada Christmas Cheer to Australia
Air Vice Marshal Goble sent a holiday message from Canada to Australia praising Australian airmen training at Borden Edmonton and Montreal. He noted trainees and staff send seasonal greetings while Australians in Canada are cared for, with Goble visiting schools and finding all in good health and spirits.
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Peace Aims: British Church Leaders Back Pope Peace Points
London December 1 English church leaders in a joint The Times letter accept the Pope's five peace points and five economic criteria. Signatories include Archbishops Canterbury York Westminster Cardinal Hinsley and Rev Walter Armstrong. They urge abolition of wealth inequality equal educational opportunity safeguarding the family restoring divine vocation in daily work and fair global use of Earth's resources. The Times editorially supports the move.
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Vatican aid to beleaguered churches extends at Christmas
London dispatch reports the Herne radio stating Germany agreed to place Belgian Dutch and Polish churches at Catholics disposal for Christmas. The Vatican asked Germany to press the Soviet to offer similar access to churches in Poland and Romania.
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The Times on Pope peace calls and Bevin on equality
The Times notes Pope peace points speak of nations and rulers yet highlight rights of ordinary people. Ernest Bevin says future security rests on Commonwealth equality. The piece contrasts Hitler and Mussolini attacking small nations with Britain defending a defining principle for humanity, urging clear sides in a global moral divide.
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Roosevelt expands export controls to 15 more materials
President Roosevelt issued a proclamation placing 15 additional materials under the export licensing system. The list includes plans and equipment for aviation production and lubrication oil, expanding controls in the national security drive.
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Stock Exchange Rebounds After Churchill Speech Boost
After days of inactivity a complete change swept the stock market as cheer returned. Western decided to operate and moderate business checked a downward trend. Brokers credit the rally to the impact of Mr Churchill's speech and British advances at Bardia.
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Night Raid on Berlin by Low Flying Bombers
A vivid wartime report describes RAF heavy bombers over Berlin during a long snow night. Planes skimmed rooftops at times and bombed central targets, including the main railway station, while gunners and lookouts engaged enemy defenses. Weather cleared by dawn with perfect visibility as factories, goods yards, and rail facilities remained primary aims.
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RAF Bombers Hit Berlin and Targets in Europe
Early night raid by Royal Air Force aircraft caused extensive fires and explosions at an aero-engine factory in Berlin and hit docks at Antwerp Havre Flushing Boulogne and Amsterdam. No RAF losses. two planes shot down. Casualties reported six dead and 17 wounded in Berlin area.
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Air Minis Report Coastal Command Raid Near Cape Griz Nez
The Air Minis said Coastal Command planes attacked gun positions near Cape Griz Nez last night. They demolished a military building nearby and scored a direct hit on the target.
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Napier Star torpedoing leaves fate of passengers unknown
Australian passengers on the Napier Star, torpedoed December 11, include Dr and Mrs. Fr. J. Last of Adelaide. No further news has emerged on the torpedoing or the fate of the passengers.
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Navy Awards Contracts For Floating Vessels And Yard Expansion
Navy Secretary Colonel Knox announced contracts to build several vessels costing about 285000 dollars and shipyard expansion estimated at 6000000 dollars. The move aims to boost U S shipbuilding capacity and military readiness.
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Reinforcements Reach Bardia as Seven Guns Captured
RAF communique reports reinforcements arriving in the Bardia area while British mechanised units clear the north west of Bardia. Italian prisoners are sent to Palestine, and a central Judean camp is noted. RAF targets include an oil refinery near Venice with bombs bursting on the site. Twenty four accused of copying face severe sentences from a Malian tribunal, including two death sentences carried out by firing squad.
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Berlin Raid Causes Cathedal Damage Report
Berlin reports a raid near the cathedral caused about £125,000 in damage according to the Ministry of Church Affairs. The December 24 notice details impact on the Berlin landmark and adjacent structures.
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Earthquake Felt Across Canada and New England
An earthquake of about 4.0 magnitude was felt at 2:30 am across portions of Canada and the northeastern United States. Montreal residents were awakened by shaking and rattling fixtures, but there were no casualties or damages reported. The tremor was also noted in Massachusetts, Maine, Connecticut, Rhode Island, and lightly in New York and New Jersey suburbs.
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Germany Italy and Japan unite against outside attack
London reports the German press fronts warn that Germany Italy and Japan may act in concert if attacked. Editorials urge allied vigilance and hint at potential German aid toward North Africa. The papers claim the three nations have formed a binding community signaling coordinated response.
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Bombing of Indo China Border Towns Reported by High Command
Bangkok December 21 The High Command announced Thailand planes bombed Indo China border towns including Mon Saphang with heavy air activity near troop concentrations Savan Nakhe was attacked and a steel plant munitions depot rice mill military barracks and a government office were destroyed
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