Sunday, May 1, 2011

1940 Chronology: 1 May

Norway
The Germans announce the surrender of 4,000 Norwegians in the Lillehammer sector.

USA
President Roosevelt sends a personal message to Mussolini strongly urging him not to enter the war.

Switzerland
The French military attache in Berne sends a report to Paris: the Germans will open a major offensive between 8 and 10 May with the main thrust toward Sedan.

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