The Archive · 1940

Belgian Parliament

The Mayor of Limoges made a speech of welcome at the meeting. "Let us conquer," he concluded, "so that your dear Belgium may again be strong and free, and so that by the victory of the Allies freedom may not disappear from among mankind."

A tremendous demonstration of gratitude towards France followed, during which many Belgians had tears in their eyes. The Presidents of the Belgian Chamber and Senate, end the Premier, M. Pierlot then expressed Belgium's determination to continue the struggle with the Allies until freedom was restored. Cries of "Long Live France!" and "Long live Film Stars to Report For War Duty New York, June 1.

Miss Vivien Leigh, British film actress and sensational star of "Gone With The Wind," and Mr. Laurence Olivier will end their current Broadway appearance in "Romeo and Juliet" June 8 to report for war duty in London, it was announced yesterday. Miss Leigh said she would rebably entertain at the front and Mr. Olivier indicated he might join he army.—United Press. port, though little remained of the town, which nad been bombed and shelled continuously. Fires were caging in many parts.

Mass attacks by 200 German planes were described by other troops, who said the Royal Air Force and antiaircraft gunners took a heavy toll of the raiders, An officer just returned from Dunkirk told Reuter today that the effect of the German air bombardment was stunning, but the loss of life was small He said many sources confirmed this, He added: "Once the German has left his' tank, he is nothing like the man he was in the last war."

Throughout the embarkation there was considerable fifth column activity. "The place was riddled with spies," one officer declared.

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