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APRIL 1942

 Day Description  Notes
1
10 Norwegian ships “escape” from Gothenburg, only 2 reached England.
1
650 teachers sent by train to Fåberg on first leg of journey to N.Norway.
3
Oslo – Authorities prohibit Bishop Berggrav from preaching.
5
Churches throughout Norway filled to capacity to hear sermon on “The Foundation of the Church.” Most pastors resign.
5
54 Norwegians transported to concentration camps in Germany.
7/8
Five members of the Church Council arrested.
13
Radio sender “Vega” established in Larvik
15
London – New provisional regulations governing divorce for Norwegian abroad whose spouse in Norway joined NS.
20
Oslo – Military parade in honour of Hitler’s birthday
25
Bergen – The newspaper “Bergens Aftenblad” closed down.
25
Norwegian Universities issue joint statement of support for pastors.
26
Vardø – Air-raid, 3 civilians killed, heavy damages.
26
Tælevåg – Gunfight resulted in death of two high-ranking Gestapo officers and one Linge Co. commando. Serious reprisals. Reprisals
27
Trondheim – German fleet attacked by British aircraft
  1942  /  Timeline  /  Last Updated December 17, 2013 by Geronimo Gando  / 

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