Chronology of World War II

March 1940

Tuesday, March 26th


Battle of the Atlantic

U-36 sinks the Norwegian steamer Cometa (3749t) 67 miles from Noup Head. The entire crew of 42 are picked up by the British armed boarding vessel Northern Sky.

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Diplomatic Relations

Stalin refuses Hitler's request for a meeting to discuss the Polish border.

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Western Front

The British 51st (Highland) Div takes over a section of the French front in the Saar region.

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[ Mar 25th - Mar 27th]