Allied troops hold frenzied Nazi thrust near Paris drive
London dispatch reports Germany concentrating for a furious westward drive toward Paris. Allied reinforcements, altered lines, and open warfare along the Aisne-Sambre hinder German consolidation. British, French, and Belgian forces face a grave bulge from Sedan to Rethel, with air and naval actions, evacuations, and mobilisations shaping the evolving front.
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Ex-Kaiser to Return to Germany Under Political Pact
The Sunday Dispatch reports the ex Kaiser may return to Germany to live on one of his estates on condition he stays out of politics and does not appear publicly. A Hitler bodyguard detachment was sent to Doorn to mount a guard of honor.
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French War Ministry Spokesman Cites Critical Situation
The spokesman said that forces are arriving at departure points and the situation is critical yet should not be over dramatized until main counter-attack forces go into action. French staff officers stressed caution despite urgency.
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French Communique from Paris War Days Report
Paris dispatch reports ongoing daylong fighting near Guise and Lendrecy regions with German attacks despite heavy losses. Allied aviation bombarded motorised columns and fighter strength, while reconnaissance missions continued and anti aircraft guns downed many planes. Sixteen German bombers attacked northwest Paris, four were shot down by fighters and anti aircraft units, with all four crashes in Paris suburbs.
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BEF Reports Successful Operations Yesterday
A communique from British General Headquarters at 4 30 pm today stated the British Expeditionary Force carried out successful operations yesterday.
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British Expeditionary Force
Sedan Front Bulge Fights Across Allied Defenses
Special correspondent David Scott reports from the Sedan front where French forces face a shifting bulge as German armored divisions breach defenses west of Sedan. Tanks race ahead, counterattacks form, air power dominates, and the French reserve must halt the breakthrough with Britain and France drawing on Marne era resolve.
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Soviet Shocked by Nazi Drive Speed Reported
New York May 18 The Times for France reports the speed of the Nazi drive as a shocking factor. The article discusses Stalin and Russia in relation to Germany and the urgency of developments.
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HALF OF TANKS IV BATTLE FIGHTS NEAR ARASOES VERDUN AREAS
A War Ministry spokesman said German forces south of the Sambre River today threw into action more than half their tanks and pushed out shock columns toward Arasoes and Vervins. The advance forced some territorial concessions as reinforcements and 75mm guns arrive to counter the mechanized threat.
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French officers improvise to smash columns in battle
Reported actions describe German assaults around Vervine and Mont region with French forces resisting. General Giraud takes command in Vouges battle area as morale remains high despite retreat moves. Maginot Line status disputed while Belgium and Dutch fronts face heavy fighting and Antwerp reportedly under siege.
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Fifth Column Activity and German Advances
A report notes Germany relies on fifth columnists and parachutists in Belgium and France to spread alarm and aid advance units. German armoured cars reportedly pierced French fortifications near Mauberge, pursued retreating troops along the Upper Sambre, and moved toward the Upper Oise with infantry following. The communiqué claims attacks on towns in Northern Germany and coast regions, while German high command cites non military targets only at random previously.
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German Hammer Blow Prompts Calm Public News
London reports the public awaiting further front news after the German hammer blow against French defenses west of Sedan. Civilians show calm, with volunteers eagerly responding to local defence calls. British French government understanding reassures both nations amid leadership changes. Churchill’s Paris visit sparks cross channel satisfaction. Marshal Petain’s Verdun legacy inspires confidence.
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Allies Ready to Capture Narvik as War Effort Grows
The War Office reported Allied forces advancing in the Bijerbik area and occupying Rombarks Fjord north of Eifford as they push toward Narvik. Enemy withdrawals were seen toward the Swedish frontier while Allied air losses totaled two shot-down aircraft.
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Admiral Raeder Visits Norway Defences Reinforced
Berlin May 18 The Chief of the German Naval Staff Admiral Raeder spent three days in Norway inspecting coastal and land defences including Trondheim base which have been reinforced during the visit.
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Churchill assigns Attlee deputy leader in National Government
It was announced to night that Prime Minister Winston Churchill will lead the House of Commons as far as his duties permit while asking C R Attlee to act as deputy leader. The move aligns with Churchill’s aim to stress national unity in the three party National Government and follows a letter to Neville Chamberlain stating that Churchill will not lead any single party.
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Communists Denounced By Allied Trades Union Council
London May 18. A blunt circular from French members at the Anglo French Trades Union Council calls Communists traitors and says they should be treated as such. It denounces agitation to break Anglo French trades union collaboration. The circular says propaganda aims to undermine national resistance in both countries. French Communists were reported under Moscow orders to advise workers to slow down and sabotage production.
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Trades Union Council
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Radio stations silenced in night raid across Bremen and Hamburg
Berlin news agency reports 11 civilians killed and 63 wounded in Friday night RAF raid on Bremen. Stations in Bremen and Hamburg went silent from 10 p.m. until after midnight, signaling the air raid’s disruption.
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R.A.F
Spectacular Duels In Air Invasion Era Battles
The Air Ministry reports nine Hurricane fighters shot down ten Junkers and five bombing planes in a France engagement yesterday. Hurricanes and Spitfires pursued German bombers, downing multiple aircraft as British pilots dodged and returned to base unscathed. A Junkers 88 was destroyed after a high speed dive off the Dutch coast.
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RAF Bombers Hit German Oil Depot Targets
Allied airmen struck Western Germany targeting oil depots around Hamburg and Bremen while RAF raids on Sedan aimed at disrupting enemy transport and reinforcements. Reports note heavy anti aircraft fire, several enemy planes shot down, and large civilian casualties amid widespread destruction in Belgium and northern France.
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KingS Message to RAF Glows Over Victory Goals
King issues message to the Royal Air Force praising their fighting spirit and clear ascent against the Germans. He notes gratitude for their service and the duties of coastal command during a visit to London on May 18.
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