Fierce tank battle rages in Libya front lines
A large tank engagement is reported northeast of Bir Hacheim as Axis and Allied forces clash across a wide front. Reports from Cairo name German Panzer divisions 25th and 14th Panzer and the 90th Light, with Rommel directing the offensive aimed at Tobruk and surrounding areas amid heavy artillery and air support.
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A Ciue
Cairo
Paviaie
Interotored
Arount
Fomauel
Rocmel
Tobrik
Generkl
Rommel
Tobruk
Moaward Muiak
Finchnion
Boke
Thal Es
Tubruk
RTAS
Nbw
Getaia
Hakbelm
Inet Twa Lihyal
Bampalge
Germany Faces Rising Unrest Across Occupied Europe
Reports detail mass executions of Communists, Poles, and others blamed on German forces. Berlin sources cite intensified propaganda, deportations, railway sabotage, and punitive actions amid mounting resistance in occupied regions.
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Dun
Weurmmay
Lithuania
Masaaye
Ribot
Weeuny
Berlin
France
Germany
Biel
Belgium
Ai Timport
Italian Navy Submarine Threat Seen Largely Contained
A British and American naval briefing notes a decline in submarine activity in the Atlantic theater. Survivors from several sunken vessels report damage near eastern fronts, with Allied forces deploying new aircraft and reorganizing command structures to strengthen anti-submarine efforts.
Defenders Hold Enemy In East China
Chinese Central News reports heavy fighting as Japanese forces retreat after engagements near Kwangtow and Kinwe. Chinese troops claim success at several positions in Yunnan and along major routes, with reported counterattacks driving Japanese units back.
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China
New York
Kinhwe
Kwangl Tow
Kinhwi
Yunnan
Hultang Bridge
Iater
Ty Ye Marth
China ‘Central News
Ataten Hat
Kinthwe
Mane Now
Wohing
Wuchen
Hang
Khair Wey
Tokyo
Ui Yurinen
Nichenheeyel
Lagiing
Tokyo Radio
Knopa
Kanting
Shan Alatex
Iwria Bo
Defences of India Strengthened Amid War Strain
London dispatch reports General Wavell praising renewed Indian and British defenses in the Burma theater as Allied forces prepare for possible counteroffensive against Japan. He notes hard fighting, delays to Japanese advances, and gratitude for the fortitude shown by Indian troops and British units under Joint command.
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Alman- Neforan
Promarine
Burne
Burma
Dean
Elruggie
Pamir
Gunes
Eran
Tate
India
London
Tojo
Australia
Fadi
Bir Stattard
Crippa
Westready
Britain
Pilt
Jorg Wa Beulah
Pan
Japan
Thur
Thomas Blamey
Lila Ope Eaal
Tre
Apectin
Yaterday
Thomas Mlamey
Fareen Linder
Thomas Binney
Denon
Mutemibi
America
Mantha Wg
Bia Mey
Night Japanese air raid reports and Allied reaction
An heavily edited dispatch details Japanese night raids on northern Port Morey and air combat losses. It notes Allied interceptors, ground observers, and new enemy fighter types, with references to Australian and Allied leadership including General Thomas Blamey and General MacArthur.
Japanese Scout Movements Head Toward Chittagong
British commander in Calcutta stated in a dispatch that Japanese scouts are advancing toward Chittagong as Burmese troops with Japanese officers push to test Padin defenses. He warned of intensified war efforts and a likely grave situation along the frontier.
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Hipmieg
India
Calcutta
Berenford- Perec
Ganges Delta
Torday
Chittagong
Sinat
Pacific Test Played to a Finish in Australia
General Toje threatened Australian talks failed to move Prime Minister Curtin. The test match between Australia and an unnamed opponent concluded without a decisive result.
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Toje
Australia
Mr. Curtin
Curtin
Pacific War Council Reviews Australia Position
The Pacific War Council met to assess Australia and New Zealand roles, the danger from Japan, and the strategic supply and military situation in China. Lord Halifax and officials discussed potential actions and the overall Pacific front strategy amid ongoing tensions.
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Pacific Council
Australia
Washington
Wesnemany
Pacifc War Council
Lord Halifax
New Zealand
Stinbater
Mash Firord
New
Gauland
Mattix
Chine
A Ff
Chia Altustion
Australia’s Wartime Role and Financial Stability
The piece discusses Australia’s military contributions and economic soundness. It highlights Australia’s strong record of meeting foreign liabilities, the impact of wartime debt on prices, and the prospect of postwar readjustment and potential prosperity.
Vampire Hit by Eight Bombs
Survivor of the HLMLALB reports enemy planes attacked the vesmal Whtmoat, causing steering gear failure and halt progress. A second bomb damaged the side, a third caused flooding, and crew fought to keep guns in action as the vessel sank after multiple explosions.
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Hlmlalb
Vampire
Gestapo Rule in Bohemia Reported by Prague Radio
Prague radio announced a suspected assassination attempt on Mr. Lich and warned the public about Gestapo rule in Bohemia. The broadcast mentioned population-wide searches for unregistered individuals and the consequences for those hiding.
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Gestapo
Bohemia
London
Prague
German Offensives Fail to Break Kharkov Encirclement
Soviet and Western reports describe German thrusts toward Kharkov halted by strong counterattacks and a widening Donets region bridge head. Moscow notes Timoshenko’s defense, while Berlin claims progress as pockets of Soviet forces are encircled and destroyed.
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Advan
Kharkov
Atvenbladat
Moscow
Parly Telegraph
Merthal
Timoshenkova
Tegume Baevenkuye
Rilaalune
Auill
Bertin
NeUonat Feitung
Soeiae
Wetlon
Theimme
Isyun
Kiarvenkova
Btockholm
Fue ‘Times
Joe
Hook
Maratal
Timo Anenko
Vichy
Bevin
Renarkov
Berlin
Ruslana
Karkov
Martinique Talks Continue Amid Caribbean Crisis
Washington reports say Secretary of State Hull discussed Martinique communications and French shipping with Admiral Robert. He emphasized rapid military victory and resisted tying talks to General de Gaulle’s recognition bid, framing it as a symbol of resistance only.
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Coterell Hull
Aychem
Martinique
Robert
AUN
Freddh Warehina
Mar- Hinigue
Saribbean
de Gaulle
Mir
Hull
Ponaine
Hie
United Inten
Profit-tied Contracts Stir House Probe
The report cites allegations of profiteering in American war contracts. Persons named include Raimund Toland and the Lincoln plant staff, with bonuses and salaries cited alongside discrepancies between contracted and actual prices in welding equipment supplied to the government.
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Raimund Toland
House
Ohd
Cleveland
Follara
Atlas
Toland
Agitation for Opening of Second Front
A Washington report cited by the New York Times correspondent says pressure grows in New York and London for a quick second front in Europe. The U S government seeks reliable information on the Russian front to avoid moves that would jeopardize Allied advantage while Britain faces domestic strains and farm labour unrest.
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New York
Rusia
Washington
London
Europe
New York Times
U.S
Pote
United Gates
Longin
Gaero
Wash
Ingvon
Landon
Unilea
Axia
Wnalorancholon
Britain
Planning for Second Front in London Outlook
Weinaeday reports arrival of Ganerah Seta and other officials who say broad outlines for a major Allied invasion are nearly complete. Emphasis falls on Eastward operations as American and British forces prepare to accelerate buildup, with focus on logistics and ocean supply lines.
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London
Weinaeday
Ganerah Seta
Perey
Mira Tawers
Ia Haing
BeiGiah
Toca
Ocean Sup
America
Speech by former minister mocks world war on air power
The speaker at a Royal Association gathering criticizes prior views of air warfare and calls for stronger air support from the Navy and Royal Air Force. He argues the army neglected air policy and praises cooperative efforts, noting weapons had not yet been deployed and Britain must defend against Germany with combined effort.
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Iiegraph
Cneaysany
I van Tszarsk Armivnires
van Nihfing
Atta
Mosi
Femalve
Hutt
Whitch
Menor
Axis
Rogonaire
Gerranns
Annie Power
Othar
Bate
Seth Army
Cornt
Convoyy
Manta
Saeco Sark Wa
Laltloon
Birinet
Corry
Cireg da
Anoying
Gredigtion
Royal Artonaition Bociety Weing
Navy
Army
TLA
Wrier
DeGnee Mac Furmy
RAF
Britain
Germany
RAE
Japanese bombing of San Barbara reported by Tokyo radio
Tokyo radio cited an interview with a Japanese submarine commander about the February 24 bombing of San Barbara California. American reports noted a fuel ship set ablaze and damage estimated at about 300 dollars.
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New York
Hurracay
Tokyo Radio
Hat Harbara
California
Bat Aline Llange
Bre
Ime
Parka Wree
Blessing in Disguise War Times Unclear Senate Testimony
Fragmentary Senate record discusses a fire aboard the Normandy and its alleged consequences. Text hints at a plan to convert a vessel into a trap ship, with a claim about potential losses among soldiers. Details are garbled and uncertain.
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Vner Normandie
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