The Siege of Sevastopol in World War II History
The siege, begun last October and ending in June, stands as a pivotal modern warfare epic. It shaped access to Caucasian oil fields and served as a strategic base for the Russian Black Sea fleet, drawing immense Nazi effort to capture Sevastopol.
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Waterloo
Trafalgar
Lord Nelson
Earl Haig
Dunkirk
Crete
Fogarty Fegan
Jarvis Bay
Malta
Sevastopol
Caucasian
Hitler
Black Sea
Epic Struggle Over Sevastopol In World War II
In a costly siege General Von Mannstein led 250000 troops against Sevastopol for 245 days. Despite air superiority and a ten to one Russian disadvantage, defenders stalled the assault until the post fell. Loss opens routes to Caucasus oil fields and secures key Black Sea fleet base for Germany.
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Sevastopol
von Mannstein
Hitler
Caucasus
Black Sea
Valiant Defense And Aid To Russia In War Effort
The United Nations recognize Russia for a valiant defense slowing Germans at Sevastopol. Britain and the United States continually supply essential weapons and aid to Russia to sustain its defenses and bolster the war effort. The defenders of Sevastopol are praised for courage and determined resistance whose historic significance is noted.
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United Nations
Caucasus
Sevastopol
Russia
Britain
United States
Man rewrites will debts after solicitor advice
An East London man who had been told to transfer all possessions to his wife in case of a potential air raid later informed his advisor that he now has no money to pay for the legal services.
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East London
St. Lawrence
Montreal
Censorship in Napoleon era and Java ape man claim
The note contrasts modern press freedom with Napoleon era censorship noting Trafalgar mention was banned until 1815. It adds a claim that remains dubbed Java man are about 500000 years old.
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Napoleon
Trafalgar
Java
Spicing Meals for Health and Harmony at Home
Advice from the Western Division Health League promotes cheerful table habits and varied menus to boost appetite. It suggests relaxed parenting during meals, hints at pleasant dressings and salads, and urges consulting a physician for underweight children while avoiding nagging or stress.
Mostly Britons Behind RAF Personnel Mix Revealed
The British press service disclosed RAF composition highlighting that 67 percent of UK aircrews are Britons, 26 percent from dominions, and 7 percent from Allied nations. Overseas aircrews are 83 percent British, 15 percent dominions, 2 percent Allied. Ground staff are 99 percent Britons in UK and 75 percent Britons overseas.
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RAF
United Kingdom
B.P.S
Dominions
United States
Graduates Listed From Commonwealth Air Training Plan
A compiled list names air gunner and pilot graduates from No. 3 Bombing and Gunnery School MacDonald Manitoba No. 10 Service Flying Training School Dauphin Manitoba No. 7 Bombing and Gunnery School Paulson Manitoba No. 12 Service Flying Training School Brandon Manitoba. The graduates include LACs R D Conley W H Ferris T F Finnbogason F E B Johanson J W Kellie R Griffin L Graville H Moroz A T D MacKay N F MacGillivray N W Stewart W W Spencer H J Timbers J E B Walmsley C Wylie J A MacNab W H D Meaden J A Woods P F Woodfield W J Harris D W Brown J D Hamilton and E K B Smith with addresses across Manitoba Saskatchewan Alberta and Winnipeg.
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No. 3
MacDonald
Man
R. DP. Conley
Dubue St
Norwood
W. H. Ferris
Box
Holland
Finnobogason
Agnes St
Winnipee
B. Johanson
Head Ave
the Pas
J. W. Kellie
Oakbank
R. ©. Griffin
Ashley Park
Swift Current
Sask
L. Graville
Portreeve
H. Moroz
Flin Flor
A. TD. MacKay
Fillmore
N. FE
Man Lac
Saskatoon
Lac
W. J. Harris
Laurier
Service
Brandon
W. G. Adamson
Crmik
D. W. Brown
McMillan Ave
Winnipeg
J. D. Hamilton
Kenaston
BE. Smith
Telephone
Reston
Painless Sugar Reduction Tips from Nutritionists
Sugar rationing not harmful and mainly provides quick energy. Suggest gradual sugar cuts in tea and cereals, thinner icings, seasonal fruits, end-cooking sugar, salt to boost flavor, avoid soda, use substitutes like honey and maple, and save money for protective foods.
Swiss motor-truck service aids frontiers movement
The Swiss government organized a motor-truck service from the Portuguese to the French frontiers through Spanish territory to transport raw materials and foodstuffs. A fortune awaits the inventor of a shoe string that won’t break when one is in a hurry.
Army Week and the moral of war ration truth
A column ties Army Week to citizens' wartime duties and sugar rationing. It recalls shelling cues from Vancouver Island and St. Lawrence sinkings, questions complacency, and urges volunteers to conserve, cut waste, and support the Reserve Army and war effort.
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Vancouver Island
Canada
A.R P
C.P.C
Ottawa
Montreal
John
Jane Citizen
Prices and Trade Board
Army
Navy
Air Force
Three Dimensional Television Dream From Britain
John Baird, British television inventor, envisions color 3D TV on $40 sets with nationwide transmission. He conducts postwar experiments in a bombed London house, releasing a test of an all wave TV and radio receiver. A ventriloquist dummy named Hitler aids demonstrations in vivid color and 3D.
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John Baird
Baird
London
Britain
Hitler
Islands Vanish from South Atlantic Maps
Thompson and Lindsay islands were removed from South Atlantic maps this year after both vanished. They had appeared on charts since 1825, with their disappearance altering nautical references and regional geography.
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Thompson
Lindsay
South Atlantic
Japanese Proclamations Shoot to Suppress New Guinea New Britain
Orders issued by Japanese commanders in New Guinea and New Britain require the flag atop every house, force residents to bow to soldiers, and learn Japanese. Trade is banned except under license, with curbs on listening to radios, intercepted messages, letter writing, and night travel. Religion and missionary meetings are forbidden, while obedience to the emperor is promised stabilization of life.
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New Guinea
New Britain
Gems of Thought Wisdom on Charity and Virtue from Notable Authors
A collection of moral maxims emphasizes kindness, charity, and prudent judgment. Quotes from Wordsworth Ruskin Dr Alex Whyte Mary Baker Eddy and Dickens advocate empathy, nonjudgment, and ethical action for a better society.
Britain Reclaims Metal for Thirteen 35000ton Battleships
Britain has recovered enough metal to build thirteen 35,000 ton battleships by melting railings and gates. London contributed 94,000 tons of the total 200,000 tons reclaimed.
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Britain
London
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