Wavell Praises Australian Troops In Middle East Attack
A British forces message to Acting Prime Minister Mr. Fadden praises Australian troops for a successful attack in the Middle East. General Sir Archibald Wavell credits the Australian Division's plan and coordination with British tanks infantry and RAF for penetrating defences and causing enemy collapse. Free French support is also acknowledged with high regard.
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Mr. Fadden
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Could Not Stop for Prisoners Returns to Stage
A fragmented account recalls a scene where a group moves hurriedly, a soldier speaks to others, and a man named Bae Sie is mentioned amid unclear actions in a wartime setting. The pieces hint at a mission or encounter involving prisoners and pursuit.
Sturdee Says Libya Drive Signals Wider War Progress
Lieutenant General Sturdee, chief of the Australian General Staff, said Imperial army gains in Libya would help knock Italy out of the war. He called Bardia and Tobruk stepping stones toward domination of Libya up to Benghazi.
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Narrow Escape for British Air Ace Over Allied Airspace
London Friday reports Squadron Leader Bader, already decorated, dodged a heavy fight as bombs from a damaged Junkers 88 nearly ended his career. He led a patrol above 2000 feet, forcing two younger pilots to attack while he finished the enemy and the plane plunged into the sea. A second Albanian front item notes a machine gun bullet igniting a Verey pistol tube during Berat attack on January 22, with crew saving the bomber from disaster.
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Rabaul Transfer Revival Sparks Colonial Tour
The Minister for Territories Mr Colling visits New Guinea and Rabaul amid talks of a forthcoming federal naval base and transfer arrangements. The trip aims to inquire into regional administration and transport updates.
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Ol Territories
Mr. Colling
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Australians breach Tobruk as garrison surrenders
Australians storm into Tobruk after a 26 hour assault, breaking a sea barrier and facing heavy fire. Prisoners total around 20 000 including troops from the Metropolitan Guard and naval crews. Tanks are knocked out by an infantryman and Major General Della Mara is captured. RAF air raids aided the offensive as Tobruk’s defenses crumble.
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RAF Bombers Hammer Libyan Ports In Derby Derna Raid
An RAF dispatch from Cairo reports heavy Royal Air Force raids on Derna Libya and surrounding barracks with bombs dropped in several waves. Explosions and fires spread as additional aircrews attacked targets near Appolonia and Tobruk area with fighter patrols and only minor Italian losses recorded.
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Appolonia
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Greeks Halt Italian Drive in Albania Front
Greek forces press on in Albania despite Italy's expected counter offensive. Mussolini’s regime faces palace intrigue with Badoglio amid house arrest rumors as British bombers strike in Albania. Barracks and military buildings are damaged in clashes with Italian motorized units.
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Australian airman recalls Borule bombardment at Tobruk
An Australian airman who spent eight days in a burning Tobruk garrison describes the Borule raid. He reports the town’s concrete underground shelter swayed from detonations and snipers on a roof firing a machine gun. Four hours before Tobruk fell, attackers climbed the roof and the assault succeeded.
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London
Tobruk
Italian circles react to Tobruk rout in fall of Tobruk
Reports from Italy describe German circles in low spirits after Tobruk. General von Rendelin is quoted saying Tobruk was not a defeat but a rout on a major scale.
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Italy
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von Rintelin
Italians Threatened Across East Africa By British Advance
Reports say British forces push on all fronts in East Africa with mechanised units from Kassala closing on Agordat while Italians abandon West Abyssinia. Eritrean incursions extend 50 miles from the frontier as 5 000 square miles are evacuated. Halle Selassie reportedly crossed into Sudan on January 15 to coordinate with the British mission. South African troops seize two outposts on the Abyssinian border.
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Sailors Hit Tobruk Defenses as Italian Lines Falter
Ten weight shells fired from San Giorgio and other ships during a final attack against Italian positions near Tobruk. The monitor Terror tested the Italians while small gun boats and Derna Apolonian efforts halted reinforcements. Tobruk’s fall was predicted as the durable Italian defense held off superior forces for twenty days.
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Unfairness Charged Over Tobruk Blame by Minister
Deputy Leader Mr Forde accused Minister for the Army Mr Spender of a distinct and unfair breach of ministerial etiquette by blaming officers for the premature fall of Tobruk. He questioned Spender's haste to print despite unofficial, unconfirmed information and urged accountability at the top of the department.
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Turkey Stiffens Resistance To Nazis
A Daily Express diplomatic writer argues Turkey resists Germany over Bulgaria due to a secret Russo Turkish agreement. The pact promises Soviet arms and support if Bulgaria is attacked while Turkey uses all means, without Soviet combat involvement.
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Turmoil in Romania as Iron Guard marches on Bucharest
Reports from Bucharest describe 30 000 Iron Guard and peasant supporters converging on the capital to topple General Antonescu amid rebel garrisons and chaotic communications. The Ministry of Interior was shelled, radio stations seized, and several towns revolted as fighting continued.
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Shanghai Riot Mail Notes No Immediate Significance
Reports from Shanghai indicate three councilors shot at a meeting remain in a fragile condition. Australian and British officials advised Britons in Japan to consider leaving, while the U S Federal Government said the warning had no immediate significance. The British Consul General in Shanghai had previously warned about shipping facilities and advised departure if possible.
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New Battle ship King George V Commissioned in 1939
The first intimation that the new battleship King George V is in commission was given today with the arrival of Lord Halifax in the United States. Lord Halifax, the British Ambassador, landed from the King George V. This ship is the lead of a 35 000 ton class, completed in 1936, with a speed around 30 knots and armed with 4 inch guns.
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Vichy Accepts Japanese Mediation in Indochina
Hanoi dispatch reports Admiral de Coux and the Third Battalion of the Fifth Indo Chinese regiment captured. Vichy rejects quitting occupied Laos and Cambodia while warning against needless bloodshed. Thai Navy claims ability to protect Thai ships amid mediation talks.
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Otabe speech stirs Mr Hughes on Japanese views
Australian Navy Minister Mr Hughes commented on Vice Consul Otabe's Sydney speech. He noted Otabe covered dated issues, recalled the Marshall Islands and Carolines mandates, and the race clause deletion that blocked Japanese migration to New Guinea. Hughes said Otabe spoke for the Japanese government.
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Sailors Charged for Tearing Swastika From German Legation
In San Francisco on a Friday two sailors tore down the Swastika at the German Legation. They were charged and sentenced but the sentence was suspended and they were handed to Naval authorities.
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School Tie Officer In Controversy Over War Office Report
A bitter controversy erupted when a school tied officer claimed ranks proved a failure. The War Office then summoned him to report, sparking ongoing dispute and official scrutiny.
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Lindbergh backs negotiated peace and lease plan
The aviator argues in favor of a negotiated settlement and a land and lease style bill while cautioning that victory without decisive success could hurt the United States. He notes Britain and Germany faces and criticizes aiming for a total defeat of Germany. He also references a Senate proposal authorizing billions in aid including allocations to Greece and other allies.
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German Ace Among Interned in Canada Mystery Unfolds
Fragmentary report notes escapees caught near an eastern Canadian location after a group of German airmen were brought to Britain for internment. A German ace, Helmuth, is mentioned among the internees, but details remain unconfirmed pending further information.
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