Naval engagement in Eastern Mediterranean claims damage to Littorio battleship
British forces report another clash with the Italian navy in the Eastern Mediterranean on Friday. Damage said to include a Littorio class battleship of 35,000 tons and two Italian cruisers, with RAF bombers and Greek forces also taking part. Italian and German reports vary on hits and losses.
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Rumors of Yugoslav leadership change and German demands
Reports from Istanbul Bucharest and Belgrade describe German pressure on Romania for meat supplies triggering rationing and discontent. Belgrade radio notes Croats collaborating with Serbs amid unrest while 10,000 Germans may depart Yugoslavia as Italians rush to leave. Soviet telegrams praise King Peter. Belgrade quiets but tension rises across the Balkans. Washington notes King Peter’s reception and dignity.
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Britain Warns of Gas Attacks During Invasion Fears
London reports that Britain warned of possible gas use by Germany if invasion proceeds. Security minister Morrison said such claims are a deliberate lie and condemned any move to unleash poison gas.
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RAF Strikes Italians in East Africa Progress Report
RAF operations in Eritrea and Abyssinia continue south of Keren with heavy bombardment of Abamara Road and Teclesan targets. Addi s Ababa railway, trains and supply depots hit. Italian retreat to new positions reported as near Dire Dawa and Asmara approaches advance. Casualties and prisoners tallied, with many Italian transports destroyed and natives returning amid bombardment.
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Japanese Naval Aid to Germany in Axis War Plans
The piece notes Japan could transfer warships to German and Italian hands via a North China port, bypassing Atlantic routes. It mentions the Eritrea sighted near Kobe, and reports on Japan’s cautious optimism about future Axis cooperation, with leaders like Matsuoka and Hitler exchanging signals and gifts.
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German Attempt to Run Blockade Forces 11 Hour Delay
The German vessel attempted to break the blockade after sailing from Santos. It carried a 50 crew. The Italian tanker Frisco with 30 crew also departed. A British armed merchant cruiser is reported in the vicinity of Santos.
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Roosevelt vows American aid to defenders of democracy
President Roosevelt spoke from the Potomac celebrating Jackson Day, pledging U S aid and unity to defend democracy against totalitarian threats. He warned dictators, praised free elections, and urged hard work to secure peace and preserve the nation’s constitutional system.
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German bases attacked by Fighter Command patrols
Air Ministry reports Fighter Command aircraft in pairs conducted offensive patrols over Belgium and northern France. They strafed enemy aerodromes road and rail transport and shipping. Strong anti aircraft fire was met but no enemy aircraft engaged and no losses on our side.
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Japanese Press Reports Pressure on Business in Indo China
A semi official Japanese report received in Tokyo from Hanoi says the French administration in Indo China continues to press Japanese business interests despite claimed progress in talks. Japanese businessmen fear shutdowns due to strict Indo China import export laws.
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Riots in Syria Beirut clash over Damascus independence
Six Syrians were killed and scores wounded as French troops fired on demonstrators demanding immediate parliamentary elections or a representative body. A general strike spread to communications while authorities ordered troops to enforce control as the French called a conference and Ambassador Denis left for Vichy with a report.
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No Menace to Java: Japanese Attacks Deemed Insignificant
The report dismisses Japanese aircraft in Camranh Bay and Saigon as not threatening East Indies military objectives. It notes defense with Curtiss fighters and interceptors arriving, and quotes that Indo China events show what could have happened in the East Indies without Dutch forts and Dutch army action.
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