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May/June 1940 – British evacuation at Dunkirk (France)
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The Wehrmacht advances further into French territory and puts the British troops (that are stationed there) under pressure.
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From May 26 to June 4, 1940, the British army (trapped in France) is evacuated by boat from Dunkirk to England.
- See also Dunkirk evacuation
