military@att.att.com (Bill Thacker) (01/06/90)
From: military@att.att.com (Bill Thacker) Saturday, 6 January, 1940 In Britain, there is widespread clamor following the retirement of Hore-Belisha as Secretary of War. The dismissed minister was popular for, among other things, his reforms of the army and liberal policies for promotion from the ranks. It is anticipated that further shakeups of the cabinet will follow. It appears that Parliament will demand an explanation from Prime Minister Chamberlain. An air battle is fought over Utti, Finland, northeast of Helsinki. 2 Finnish-piloted Fokkers down 7 Ilyushin bombers. King Carol of Rumania voices a stern warning to the USSR and Hungary that Rumania is determined to defend her borders against aggression. Holland makes a similar statement. References: C.Argyle, _Chronology of World War II_ J. Piekalkiewicz, _Tank War 1939-1940_ R.Dupuy and T.Dupuy, _The Encyclopedia of Military History_ C.Salmaggi and A.Pallavisini, _2194 Days of War_ C.Messenger, _Atlas of World War Two_ The New York Times, daily editions Time magazine Newsweek -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- Bill Thacker military@cbnews.att.com Send submissions for "50 Years Ago" to military-request@att.att.com "My army must also feel that no foe will ever be able to trample on what is sacredly and forever Rumanian." - King Carol