The story
OSLO FJORD
52 Lancasters and 7 Mosquitoes of 5 Group were sent to attack the German cruiser Kln but, when the bombers reached Oslo Fjord, the Kln had moved to another location. Other ships were bombed instead but the results were not observed. No aircraft lost.
10 Lancasters and 9 Halifaxes minelaying in the Kattegat without loss.
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MINELAYING
30 Lancasters and 9 Halifaxes minelaying in the Kattegat without loss.
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