Combined Operations Story of the Commandos
The Gazette previews the June Book of the Month selection Combined Operations by Hilary St George Saunders. It chronicles the commandos from Dunkirk to North Africa with maps and photos, detailing training, raids, and the global reach of Allied operations.
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French townsfolk resist by lamp and pot against invaders
Footnote recounts villagers believing a British invasion, blowing up a harbor gate to strike at their Nazi occupiers. An elderly woman is quoted claiming she acted out of duty, despite the danger and the weight of a flower pot.
Spellman Plans To Visit India
The Swiss radio reported that Archbishop Francis J. Spellman of New York, who left Ankara en route to Syria, would later visit India. The broadcast said Spellman was received by Turkish President Ismet Inonu during his stay in Ankara.
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War flyer vows to avoid motorcycles after missions
London AP reports Lieut. Steve Lindsay of Gatesville Texas, returning from his 24th mission over occupied Europe, fell from a truck on the way to his room but was not seriously hurt. He quips that autos are too dangerous and vows to steer clear.
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Italian POWs to work farms near Camp Atterbury
Col Welton M Modisette commander says Italian prisoners of war interned at Camp Atterbury will be made available as agricultural laborers within a 25 mile radius of the post.
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