British bombers made surprise attack on Heligoland. Another
force raided power station and oil refinery near Bethune.
In Africa, During night of
20-21
May 1941 advanced mechanised troops destroyed enemy post on
Sollum hill. Benghazi raided during night. In battle of the
Lakes, two enemy divisions now trapped between forces advancing
from north and south. Italian counter-attacks repulsed with
heavy loss. Farther south Italian brigade Headquarters. and
three colonial battalions captured.
Near East, Situation in Crete reported to be well in hand.
Landings of airborne troops continued. Enemy occupied aerodrome
at Maleme. Attempts at seaborne landings frustrated by Navy.
Large Kriegsmarine convoy sunk.
In Iraq, Roundup of rebels in Falluja area proceeding.
Some activity by Luftwaffe aircraft in coastal areas.
R73
R-boat
Launched 21 May 1941
Go To: 22nd
May
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The Second Great War.
Edited by Sir John Hamilton
The War Illustrated.
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2194 Days Of War.
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