German Ultimatum Expected Amid Balkan Turmoil
Russian sources murky on Bulgaria status as M Soboleff warns of resistance, while Romanian reports hint at de facto German occupation in exchange for bases. Britain’s actions stir Romanian circles. Turkish forces reported moving from Dobruja to Varna as Balkan states weigh alliance choices.
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RAF air and sea assault hits German bases in six hour raid
London reports a major six hour RAF raid on Hanover followed by naval bombardment of Ostend. Attacks on Rotterdam Wilhelmshaven and other bases deemed among the war’s biggest. Heavy explosions along the French coast signal continued pressure on invasion ports. Royal Navy bombardment caused fires with no casualties aboard.
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Ostend
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France
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Fall of Keren Rapid British Advance
British forces push forward in the desert near Koufra after defeating enemy positions. On February 7 the rapid advance continued, with gains reported six miles from key operations as Allied care and momentum mount in Korea.
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Eed
Koufra
Dimeutt
Malayan Defences Shrug Off Detail on Forces Involved
Officials declined to specify numbers of personnel and equipment in Malayan defences. Report notes a trained air arm and robust ground maintenance staff, with emphasis on modern service and readiness amid ongoing tensions.
Japanese Move South Imminent
London report says imminent Japanese southward expansion plans lie with the Chinese Government. A Chinese newspaper in Canton claims papers recovered from a downed plane show the study by the Chinese Command, though officials refuse to disclose details.
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Fune
Shan
South Canton
Osumi
Supreme War Council
Feverish Defence Works at Valona
Italian forces in Albania rush to build defensive lines southeast of Berat toward the coast and Himara. They appear to plan strong resistance against Greek troops defending Valona.
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London
Albania
Berat
Himara
British Strength and Greek Counterattacks Highlight War Report
An interview quotes General Bergenzoll praising British strength and Greek resilience after Greek forces repelled Italian counter-attacks. Athens reports Greek advances on the northern front and air actions over Albania as RAF bombers strike Rhodes and Jannina area targets with several enemy aircraft shot down.
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Kelyre
Italians Report Fleet Cruising as Genoa Bombarded
A Rome radio report states the Italian Fleet was cruising in the Breillan Channel while Genoa faced bombardment. The communication hindered contact with the British Fleet.
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Willkie Urges Full Aid to Britain and Defense Cautions
The article reports Willkie urging immediate aid to Britain including five to ten destroyers a month, arguing credits alone won't suffice. He warns that ineffective aid could empower Hitler and threaten American liberties, and notes Britain's needs for destroyers, shipping, and bombers.
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Home Shelters Protection From Air Raids
The Government has designed indoor home shelters and will offer free sale to eligible low income areas. Experience shows shelter inside homes provides more protection than previously thought, prompting authorities to expand the program.
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