Americans Pushed Back in Saar But Make Gains at Bastogne
Allied dispatches describe heavy fighting as German forces push into the Saar area while American units withdraw to stronger positions north of the Belfort Gap and along the Rhine front. In Bastogne the corridor remains under intense pressure as Allied air and ground offensives seek to blunt the German drive.
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Red Btaf
British and U S to announce Italy future policy
Telegraph Rome bureau reports that at the Prem conference British Misses in the Mediterranean say Churchill and Roosevelt will soon declare on Italy's future. The two leaders are said to act with confidence and in agreement while awaiting extended discussions and patience in handling the contested territories.
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Mediterranean
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Roosevelt
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Chinese forces seize Wanting and close Burma Road gap
Chinese troops capture Wanting isolating the last Japanese stronghold blocking the Burma Road junction with Allied forces in Burma Chungking. The entire Chinese section of the Burma Road is now in Chinese hands as heavy Allied offensives push toward Lado and the Moulmein railway area. Japanese efforts focus on delaying the 10th Army advance with mines and counterattacks.
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Hoshin
One Third of Burma Cleared of Japs
Wartime dispatch reports that about one third of Burma, including native states and administered districts, has been cleared of Japanese forces. Japanese retreat from Kwalchow Province is noted, with danger to the Burma Road not renewed but still possible. American command oversees Cipinene efforts to clear the route and the junction of the Burma Road with the Ledo Road being built in North Werle Aasan by American engineers.
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Aasan
Amerean
Moscow Heralds Big Winter Drive
Moscow dispatch reports Allied goods arriving as Soviet forces press a winter offensive. German lines at Budapest and Laon are under heavy pressure as Russians strike across occupied zones.
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Partial Blockade for Helping Germans
Washington reports discuss a partial economic blockade of Switzerland to impede German trade and aid Allied demands. The Becretary for Otate cites disrupted European supplies while critics push for tighter actions, including halting shipments to Germany and limiting German use of Swiss routes and financial bases. War news from Moscow notes German advances and the Soviet evacuation as Budapest endures heavy fighting.
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Germany
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Aba
Plastiras forms new Greek cabinet in uncertain Athens
General Plastiras completes a new Greek government amid low public confidence. The cabinet includes Sofi as Minister and Siders from the Liberal party with plans to restore order, punish collaborators with Germany, and secure food, shelter, and communications, while Plastiras positions as Commander in Chief without claiming political leadership.
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Athens
Looters Hold Up Army Supplies in France and Italy
Brigadier General Jageon reports looting of army supplies in Northern France and Italy. He cites methods used to divert trucks in North Africa and notes widespread thefts. An estimated 80 workers earned 80 dollars monthly while thousands were diverted weekly to the United States.
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France Builds Large Armed Force for Far East Push
France plans a substantial army of over 680000 selected troops with paid service to bolster a Far East expedition. The effort targets a modern, mobile fighting force centered on high readiness and heavy equipment.
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France
Prato
Fmope
Torey
Turce
Far East
Release of Political Prisoners in India
Two hundred political prisoners will be freed early this year as India's nationalist movement continues. An influential member of the Congress party will respond to the matter in due course.
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Gmndon
Lombare
Gandhi
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Conrem
New Zealand Ex-Servicemen Welcomed Under Skilled-Migrant Scheme
London report notes New Zealand Minister for Supply and Munitions Mr Sullivan said Wellington would be glad to receive ex-servicemen and women who walk to remigrate under saniered schemes. He added the government sees its obligation to returning workers, especially those in building trades.
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New Zealand
Sullivan
Rew Zealand
Unita Kingdon
New Mindoro Landings Reported Amid Pacific Offensive
Allied forces report new landings on Mindoro Island with Japanese shipping sunk west of Luzon. Air strikes hit Clark Field and targets around Leyte, with heavy bombers attacking encampments and supply dumps. Commander notes continued convoy and shipping attacks as the war widens in the Philippines.
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Philippines
Super Fortresses Hit Japan From New Bases
Pioneering bomber force based on Guam launches sorties against Japan from new forward bases. Reports describe heavy raids with multiple aircraft, naval gunfire, and concentrated flak as American airpower expands reach in the Pacific theater.
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Hie
Turkey Breaks Relations With Japan
Ankara voters in a National Assembly session unanimously voted to cut diplomatic and economic ties with Japan effective January 6. Foreign Minister Hamar Sekar stated the move follows a suggestion by the United States, with Britain’s backing, aimed at shortening the war by depriving Japan of war materials and support.
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Ankara
Turkish National Assembly
Japan
Hamar Sekar
Nations Assembly
United States
Britain
Jap Radio Listeners To Have More Rest
New York radio audience may receive improved rest and better service as broadcasters assure 3,000,000 receivers nationwide of enhanced vitality. Authorities expect gains in listening experience and program quality.
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New York
Eighth Army Advances Four Miles Near Ravenna
Military report states the Eighth Army moved four miles north of Ravenna toward San Alberta and Frame Vacca despite heavy opposition. Four enemy counterattacks were repulsed as patrols operated along the front. In the northwest front, Convatello near Alfonains was captured, with German forces converting nearby areas into defensive positions.
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Sun Army
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Alfonains
Carrier Planes Raid Formosa and Surrounding Areas
Washington reports from Nimitz that carrier planes attacked Formosa and nearby targets in organized raids. Bombers hit Okinawa and Babelthuap while fighters strafed and shot down enemy aircraft. Japanese claims of submarines sunk are noted. The raids emphasize the reach of U S air power as forces operate over Formosa, Yap, and surrounding areas.
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Lancasterers Strike Benzol Plants in Cooperative Raid
Allied forces launched a heavy bombing raid against benzol plants, deploying over 100 bombers with fighters. Losses included several aircraft and missing airmen, with reports of some troops possibly landing in friendly territory. The operation disrupted key facilities and followed a ministry report noting wartime material shortages and strategic preoccupations.
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