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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 11, 1940

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Hitler Delivers Lightning Blow in West

Queen Wilhelmina issues a flaming protest to her peoples condemning Germany's unprovoked attack on Dutch territory. Holland, having maintained strict neutrality, vows to uphold its duty and reject the German challenge.

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War Cabinet to Meet in Canberra Despite Melbourne Plan

Ministers were recalled by telephone and hoped to meet in Melbourne tomorrow but practical difficulties forced a return to Canberra on Monday. Attorney General Hughes warned the stagnation had become intense activity and stressed speed and numbers of Allied forces will decide the world’s fate. He hinted the Netherlands and Dutch East Indies are not yet involved.

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German Demand on Low Countries Invasion Ultimatum

An early World War II dispatch describes Germany pressuring the Netherlands with a surrender ultimatum and warnings of destruction. Dutch officials declare war after an unprecedented German invasion, noting civilian casualties and aerial attacks on major airfields.

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German excuses for protective invasion defy neutrality

German news agency reports a memorandum to Belgium and the Netherlands claiming German troops are protecting German interests against imminent British and French attacks via Holland. Berlin asserts Allies shift to the Mediterranean aims to conceal a planned war move while Belgium and Luxembourg fall under German protection to prevent Ruhr attacks.

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Invasions by Air Strike Across Holland Belgium Luxembourg

German forces began large scale air attacks across Holland Belgium and Luxembourg with parachutists deployed on key points. Brussels reports 400 casualties and Belgium Belgium and Luxembourg mobilize as Dutch Dutch forces defend against crossings and air bombardments. Bailiffs warn of sabotage as King Leopold assumes command and Belgian forces resist invaders.

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Gravest Danger in History Amid Invading Holland and Belgium

Prime Minister Menzies warned of the gravest danger in history as Holland and Belgium were invaded. He said Britain faces a direct threat to east coast shipping and food supplies, urging Australia to stand firm with Britain to defend democracy against Nazi aggression. Postwar opposition leader Curtin called the invasion a defining moment for democratic nations and emphasized the need to defeat the Nazis to preserve freedom.

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War Cabinet Meets in London Amid Invasion News

The War Cabinet met at Downing Street early, with leaders from the three services present. A Foreign Secretary report announced an invasion, urging collective response and condemning selfish inaction, as allied Dutch and Belgian ports faced blockades and aid plans unfolded.

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