According to French war communiques a bloody battle is in progress near Menin and Courtrai, on the outcome of which will rest the fate of the northern British and French armies which are continuing to fight magnificently despite the capitulation of the Belgian army. According to M. Paut Reynaud, King Leopold' surrender has opened the way for German divisions to Dunkirk. There ts no pessimism, however, and the remaining Allied forces have stepped into the breach although the situation is grave.
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