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1940

German Invasion Preparations in Directive No. 16

On 16 July 1940, War Directive No. 16 began preparations for Operation Sea Lion and made the destruction of RAF resistance a central aim.

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Second World War
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On 16 July 1940, War Directive No. 16 began preparations for Operation Sea Lion and made the destruction of RAF resistance a central aim.
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