Greece and Italy clash as Greek mobilization begins
Greek premier Metaxas declared war after Italy demanded territory and ordered occupation. King George urged national duty as Greek forces rushed to defend borders with Albania, while Britain pledged aid and Turkey eyed the crisis. Reports noted Italian troop concentrations and Greek defenses along the Metaxas line, with Greece mobilizing upwards of 100000 men.
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Greece declares war as Italy advances in the Balkans
Greece mobilizes all resources after Premier Metaxas rejects an Italian ultimatum. King George II calls for total defense as Athens endures air raid alarms while crowds cheer and flags fly. Greek forces report Italian attacks across Florina and Ekastoria near the Albanian border.
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Movie stars wear campaign initials on faces in plaster
Designs by Max Factor Jr feature Joan Barclay and Muriel Zaler with carved court plaster initials for F D R and Willkie. The bold cosmetic statement marks a political moment as film figures display presidential loyalties.
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