Battle Lines Drawn
Synopsis
On March 28, 1940, the Franco-English supreme council decided to mine Norwegian waters, marking a critical escalation in the conflict with Germany.
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Synopsis
In the spring of 1940, Adolf Hitler ordered German forces to prepare for an invasion of Scandinavia. As tensions escalated, Britain faced the threat of U-Boat attacks on its naval operations. On March 28, the Franco-English Supreme Council decided to mine Norwegian waters to disrupt German supply lines. However, German ships were already en route. This period marked a significant shift in World War II, as the conflict intensified and the prospect of peace faded.
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Why Watch
- See how the invasion of Poland changed world history.
- Find out why Hitler believed war was necessary for Germany.
- Meet the leaders who shaped the early stages of World War II.
Did You Know
- Poland was invaded by Nazi Germany on September 1, 1939.
- The Soviet Union invaded Poland on September 17, 1939.
- The invasion of Poland led to the occupation of its soil by Nazi forces by October 6, 1939.
- The period from January to March 1940 is referred to as the 'Phoney War'.
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When did Germany invade Poland?
Germany invaded Poland on September 1, 1939.
What was the outcome of the invasion of Poland?
The invasion led to the occupation of Poland, with Warsaw being invested by the Nazis on October 6, 1939.
What did Adolf Hitler promise the Germans?
Hitler promised the Germans a better economy, the return of territories lost after World War I, and redemption from the humiliation of the Treaty of Versailles.
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