Today in the Second World War

This day in World War II history is filled with stories of tactical ingenuity, resilience, and the unyielding spirit of those involved in the conflict. As we look back on May 22nd, we delve into the key operations, decisive battles, and personal accounts that highlight the complexity and intensity of the war. Join us as we explore the significant events that occurred on this day and understand their impact on the course of history. Let’s honor the memory of those who faced these challenges and learn from the lessons they left behind.

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“The enemy is still proud and powerful. He is hard to get at. He still possesses enormous armies, vast resources, and invaluable strategic territories…No one can tell what new complications and perils might arise in four or five more years of war. And it is in the dragging-out of the war at enormous expense, until the democracies are tired or bored or split that the main hopes of Germany and Japan must reside.” – to the American Congress, May 19, 1943 - British Prime Minister Winston Churchill

Reclaiming

1940: Recalled from retirement, General Henry Karslake sailed to France with instructions from General Edmund Ironside to save priority equipment without alarming the French. His top priority was to evacuate anti-aircraft guns that would be urgently needed for the defence of British cites should France fall.

In Northern France, Rommel held his ground at Arras as he mistakenly believed he was facing 5 division of Allied troops when he was only facing 2 divisions and 2 tank battalions. Guderian, however, advanced toward Calais, Dunkirk, and Boulogne.

Balloon Bombs

1945: Following the deaths of six people in Oregon including five children, the United States Department of Censorship lifted the blackout of press coverage about the Japanese balloon bombs. In its place, a safety warning was widely publicized describing the balloons and cautioning people, especially children, to avoid contact with any strange objects found in open country. News editors were still encouraged to keep any reporting of specific balloon activities out of their reports in order to deny the Japanese that intelligence.

Photo of the Day

A group of British soldiers in a trench with fixed bayonets, Crete, Greece, late May 1941

Bonus Photo

B-17E Fortress “Sally” at 7-Mile Aerodrome, Port Moresby, New Guinea, May 22 1943. This was the personal transportation aircraft for LGen George Kenney, commander of Allied Air Forces, Southwest Pacific Area

As we close our exploration of May 22nd's significant events during World War II, we hope you have gained a richer understanding of this day's impact on the broader conflict. Your interest and dedication to revisiting these critical moments help keep the memory and lessons of the past alive. We look forward to uncovering more history together in our next edition. Until then, continue to reflect on the stories we've shared and the enduring lessons they teach us.

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