Russian attacks on Finnish defences on Karelian Isthmus increased
in violence. In Summa sector, several infantry divisions were
flung into the line, supported by a large tank force. It was
stated that everywhere, the Finns stood firm.
The Russians launched simultaneous attacks further northeast
on the Karelian Isthmus, between Lake Muola and the Vuoksi
River, and also near Taipale.
Two Luftwaffe aircraft sighted over Orkney islands. No bombs
were dropped.
The Dutch steamer Burgerdijk was reported sunk by U-boat on
10 February 1940
The Estonian steamer Linda was reported sunk by enemy action.
The first contingent of second Australian Imperial Force and
the New Zealand expeditionary Force arrived at Suez.
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February
Articles:
The Second Great War.
Edited by Sir John Hamilton
The War Illustrated.
Edited by Sir John Hamilton
2194 Days Of War.
ISBN-10: 086136614X
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