Free French Enter Damascus as Allied Forces Advance
Allied forces capture Damascus from Vichy control with 25 000 to 30 000 troops in the sector. Beirut reports evacuations of 80 000 while de Gaulle leadership consolidates in Syria and British shelling causes fires in the Street Called Straight.
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Hope Abandoned for American Submarine U9
The U S Navy has all but abandoned hope for the crew of the sunken submarine U9 located in 440 feet of water. Divers failed by 70 feet to reach the vessel as hull insulation cork and other fragments surface indicating the sub is breaking up under pressure. The effort paused until daylight for up to five days due to depth and operation difficulties.
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War Cabinet Rumour Scotched in London
A London report quotes Downing Street denying a Daily Mail story that General McNaughton may join the War Cabinet as Minister for Defence or that any changes to the cabinet or defence office are planned.
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Prinz Eugen Hit by 14 Inch Salvo
London report says HMS Prince of Wales fired a 14 inch salvo that badly damaged the German cruiser Prinz Eugen during the Battle of the Bismarck. As the Bismarck slowed, Prinz Eugen eased to keep pace and fires erupted from two turrets after a forward explosion.
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Renewed Air Raids Over Britain Reported By Air Ministry
The Air Ministry said enemy action over England increased last night with a sharp attack on a southern town causing casualties and damage. Bombs fell in the south east and in Bentland with some casualties. Two enemy aircraft were destroyed. Free rail travel for forces eyed for early July on approved leave.
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Blood Secret Simplifies Transfusions Revealed
The University of Bellalo announces research identifying a key ingredient of human blood that could eliminate the need for blood banks in transfusions. The development promises value in treating severe capillary conditions and has been sent to London for further work.
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Hitler Denounces Pact Drives 1500 Mile Front
A German communique declares early morning fighting on the Soviet frontier with raids repulsed and Red bombers shot down. German and Romanian troops reportedly penetrate Russian territory as Berlin foresees wider conflict.
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Hitler Denounces Russian Policy in Wide Speeches
The proclamation portrays Hitler claiming Bolshevik aims in 1936 to ignite Europe and accuses Russia and Britain of plotting against Germany. He cites alleged German offers to Russia, Moscow’s Baltic occupation, and ties with Bulgaria and Romania, with a call that Germany must act to save Europe.
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Italians admit loss of Jimma amid Libyan front quiet
A Cairo communique says Jimma was evacuated and left to British handover after declaring the town open to spare civilians. British officers led Patriot forces reportedly occupy Jimma, with remnants of Italian troops now scattered in the region as Abyssinian patrols push on Addis Ababa area.
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Surrender Demand Amid Somaliland Blockade
Vichy announces France and Britain note alleging General Wavell demanded surrender of French Somaliland under blockade. Somaliland rejects the demand and famine struck in March and April. Wavell told Djibouti governor to join Free French or disavow pro Asia policy. evacuation of women and children planned if negotiations fail.
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Japan Caught in Toils Amid War Policy Critique
Singapore dispatch notes Dr Victor Purcell Malayan Minister for Information criticizes Japan for flawed economic policy and alliance, warns of wasteful war and imbalanced perspective. Thailand praised for stability amid regional tensions. question raised about Malaya's future security as a potential imperial outpost.
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Nanking puppet feeler for peace
The head of the Nanking Puppet Government Wang Ching wei said a friendly powers bloc would join if Chiang Kai-Shek makes peace with Japan. He argued foreign forces not recognizing the Nanking regime cannot respect China’s legitimate rights occupied by Japan.
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King Peter heads Yugoslav government mission in London
King Peter of Yugoslavia arrived in Britain and is to form a Yugoslav Slavic government in London. He was greeted at the airport by the Duke of Kent as ministers accompanying him plan to set up the government in England.
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