1940
86 years ago
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World War II: The Battle of the Netherlands: After fierce fighting, the poorl...
May 15, 1940
Summary
World War II: The Battle of the Netherlands: After fierce fighting, the poorly trained and equipped Dutch troops surrender to Germany, marking the beginning of five years of occupation.
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World War II: The Battle of the Netherlands: After fierce fighting, the poorly trained and equipped Dutch troops surrender to Germany, marking the beginning of five years of occupation.
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- May 15, 1940
- Event Type
- General
- Years Ago
- 86
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