Norway Resists Invasion Amid Changing Reports
London reports lack confirmation of negotiations with Germany as Finnish radio cites Norway's Parliament affirming continued resistance. Oslo tensions rise with alleged German puppet government claims, occupation of Trondheim and Narvik, and Oslo radio disrupted as German forces tighten grip.
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Vidkun Quinling
British Aid for Norway Reported as Air and Naval Operations Increase
Dutch and Swedish reports circulate that British and French air fleets and naval forces head toward Norway. London confirms RAF bombers took part in Bergen operations and returned after eight hours. Fighting continues on land and sea as officials deny formal negotiations with Germany.
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Four Nazi Cruisers Sunk in Fiord Battle by British Destroyers
Five British destroyers clashed with six German destroyers in a fiord. Two British ships were lost while one German destroyer was sunk and three left in flames. British forces also destroyed six German merchant vessels and a munitions carrier amid the clash.
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Chamberlaint
House of Commons
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H.M.S. Hardy
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Narvik Falls to German Forces in 25 Minutes
British United Press correspondent reports two German destroyers attacked Narvik at 5 a.m. under heavy snow. In 25 minutes the port was under German control as harbor fire was silenced and torpedoes struck Norwegian ships. Casualty details remain unclear as operations continued.
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Xaya
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European opinion splits over wartime policy in Europe
The Swiss condemn Germany but deem no military action necessary. In France a correspondent notes shock and resolve to wipe out Hitler. Denmark and Norway’s invasion tightens French sentiment. Italy backs fascist leadership and condemns Britain for Norwegian actions, signaling a broader war extension.
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Reactions on Trade and War Voices From European Press
The text quotes multiple European outlets blaming Germany for renewed hostilities and criticizing Allied handling of initiatives. It notes alleged German naval and army aggression, with two neutral countries named as victims, and warns of further swift decisive actions likely to follow.
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Bee
Brussels
Ttadda
Denmark Under German Occupation Expanded Requisitions
Copenhagen reports German troops enforce requisitions with receipts for all purchases and restrict Danish public purchases of petrol and food. Premier Steenning says talks continue on a browser based government reconstruction with broad consent. Three Danish soldiers killed in Copenhagen amid the invasion. Iceland and the Faroe Islands status under review.
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Copenhagen
Air Raid on Germany Broadcast by Berlin Appears North West
The New York Times reports NBC carried a Berlin broadcast claiming a squadron of British bombers railed toward north western Germany.
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N.B.C
Berlin
Germany
Nazi warships hit at Bergen and Svolvær fjords
A Stockholm report claims RAF planes hit German cruisers at Bergen Fjord despite heavy anti aircraft fire and that a German communiqué boasted of annihilating British naval forces with multiple bomb strikes on battleships battle cruisers and cruisers. The British Admiralty denied the raid while the German agency warned bombs missed targets.
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Berlin Claims Quiet On Denmark Norway Invasion Push
The Benin radio reports calm in Denmark and Norway yet notes strong German forces advancing into both nations. German planes from Denmark are said to be operating against British naval targets, with operations continuing as planned.
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Denmark
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British destroyers sunk off Narvik after dawn clash
British Admiralty reports H M S Hunter sunk and H M S Hardy beached near Narvik as British destroyers clash with enemy forces. Casualty details and enemy losses are unclear though Stockholm reports a German cruiser sunk. RAF bombers claim a hit on an enemy cruiser near Bergen.
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Bergen
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Battle near Svolver Fjord Inconclusive But Britain Edges Ahead
Stockholm reports a German cruiser possibly sunk and a destroyer badly damaged after a fierce battle off Svolver Fjord. No confirmation on the sinking of the German battle cruiser Gnelaenau or the liner Bremen. Stockholm AP correspondent says the action appears to favor Britain so far.
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Associated Press
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British control sweep suspected in North Sea trawler seizures
Beginn and Dutch fishermen report several trawlers stopped and taken to British control stations. The move is seen as Britain clearing the North Sea of shipping. A Belgian trawler recovered the body of a British sailor named Whone, marked Glasgow.
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Britain
North Sea
German Demand Denied Over Romania Danube Control
Bucharest reports official circles deny Germany demanded Romania accept German control of the Danube. Rome radio noted Hungary and Germany communications were said to have been severe but later clarified.
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Germany
Romania
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Rome
Hungary
Britain Defends Sterling Policy in Commons Debate
The Chancellor of the Exchequer told MPs that the recent fall in sterling on foreign markets results from new export payment rules and exchange control tightening. He said Britain aims to maintain sterling’s purchasing power and control London rates, while not intervening to prop up a free market. Sir John Simon warned of risks if foreign holders exploit freedoms, but stressed sterling remains sound and widely trusted internationally.
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House of Commons
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Aterlimg
Bir
John Simon
Britain
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Market Speculation Signals Bullish Ally Outlook
Wall Street viewed the invasion as a bull signal for the Allies with stocks rising and Danish and Norwegian bonds advancing. Wheat prices climbed six cents while 2,136,000 shares traded, the busiest in six months. Swedish bonds were not listed.
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New York
Wall Street
Canadian Cabinet summoned amid foreign attack claims
A scrambled report from Ottawa references Mr Mackenale and the Defence Department amid tense events. Contingent details mention Norwegian accounts and possible conflagration across institutions as authorities prepare a unified response.
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Sumland
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Peace Sentiment Shapes U.S. Policy Dialogues
Washington debates whether German claims in the Western Hemisphere threaten neutrality. Senators warn against entangling the United States while expressing caution as Scandinavian tensions escalate. Roosevelt warns of potential dangers and urges restraint amid growing international strain. Ships near Scandinavia redirect routes as neutrality laws are tested.
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