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20 June 1940
Summary
Air or sea observations. Occupation administration
Location Details
Channel Islands
Diary Entry
20 June 1940
The German naval command stated that occupation of the British Channel Islands was urgent and ordered an examination of how it could be carried out. Luftflotte 2 was asked to conduct photographic reconnaissance, with particular attention to possible defences and landing conditions. The command also began examining which naval artillery units and other forces could be made available for the operation.
Source of Information
Roll 4009, PG 37304, scans 0181 and 0186.
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