Churchill’s Deadly Attack On His Ally
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Historical Events
- ARP-leader and Dutch ex-premier Colijn argues cooperation with Germany
- British Royal Navy damages the French fleet in Mers-el-Kebir, Algeria, to prevent Germany seizing it
- German occupiers forbid using Dutch royal names
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About July 3, 1940
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 83 years, 9 months and 24 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Cancer
