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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Apr 15, 1941
Page
1
Bren gun carriers in patrol actions caught a German group nap ping and inflicted losses. Greeks repulsed two German reconnaissances. British Empire forces contacted and repelled German tanks and infantry in western Northern Greece. no change elsewhere.
Report describes Greek forces enduring heavy German assaults described as wave after wave. Wounded Greeks are noted to be better equipped and more capable than Italians, while the Groaka reportedly retires as ammo runs low.
A Joint Air Force Middle East communique says British forces harassed Cyrenaica targets across the Tobruk corridor. Fighter aircraft bombed and damaged enemy tanks and motor transport near Gazala and Tobruk, with a mechanised column contacted Tobruk as night attacks continued.
The British landed from a torpedo boat at an undeclared Norwegian port and destroyed a Mahmea factory. Norwegian volunteers helped in the raid which targeted a Quisling home. The operation was said to be mounted by a Norwegian warship under Norwegian command with Admiralty consent.
A garbled excerpt describes German agents spreading rumors as air threats loom. It mentions Yugoslav antitank and anti aircraft guns, fighter aircraft, and civilians watching defenses whileStrategic assets appear unguarded and air opposition remains unclear.
A Athens message reports the arrival of additional British Imperial troops to reinforce Greek defenses. The dispatch notes the Greek population’s encouragement as contingents reach the front.
An excerpt of Winston Churchill’s wartime radio address urges Allied perseverance against aggression. He praises the courage of Britain and its allies, notes bombed cities and civilian losses, and affirms faith in victory while honoring shared democratic values with the United States and France.
Berlin observers hail a Soviet Japan non aggression pact as a step toward regional order in Eastern Asia. Commentators compare it to a Soviet Yugoslav pact noting neutrality in other cases while noting limited immediate impact on the broader balance of power.
The report asserts enemy losses of 13 planes and assures allied aircraft remain safe. It mentions anti-aircraft action and a claim of blocked enemy gunfire, with vessels and aircraft described as definitely or probably down.
London report details dock workers torn over a long union recommendation for a three day period of action. The piece notes doubt about implementing the proposed temporary work stoppage and the potential impact on trade and port operations.
Tokyo reports Prime Minister Konoye says the pact between Japan and the Soviet Union can quickly resolve pending questions. He notes the two hour signing before Mathewsuka’s departure and a two hour talk with Stalin on Far East relations. Newspapers welcome the non aggression framing and U.S. risk warnings are cited as global shocks.
The text argues there are no grounds for any rapprochement between Russia and the Axis, warning of war-like complications with Germany and Japan. It suggestsTripartite diplomacy is ineffective and accuses Russia of opposing Germany, indicating distant prospects for diplomacy amid tensions.
Times correspondent in Istanbul notes public discouragement amid near war and German invincibility talk. Papers advise calm, warn Turkey may stay neutral unless attacked, while evacuation of Istanbul seen as prudent. Libyan fears overshadow Greece, and British support in the Middle East appears uncertain.
The Ankara dispatch notes the Agcarelian Prime Minister Mr Mensiss visiting Britain as a living embodiment of core convictions. It cites German propaganda aims and asserts Sir Hugh Munchhull-Hugesen provided limited information on Balkan developments. British residents in Istanbul are urged to depart promptly amidst Balkan refugee movement.
A fragmented excerpt discusses Australians and New Zealanders sacrificing wealth for a common cause, urging belief into action within British institutions. It references Hungary and a Hungarian newspaper's print, noting limited awareness among readers.
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