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May 11, 1940

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By George Axelsson Wireless To the New York Times

French and Brit troops cross Netherlands and Belgium borders 2 hrs after fighting started

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By Unknown Author

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By Oscar Mohr Wireless To the New York Times

claimed over 70 German planes shot down and 4 armored trains blown up

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By Wireless to THE NEW YORK TIMES

Govt asks population to be calm and watch for German sabotage

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By Special to THE NEW YORK TIMES

Davies, Saml

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