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Battle of Drøbak Sound
1940 • Viken See-/Küstenkampf
Historical Overview
Sinking of cruiser Blücher by Norwegian coastal artillery.
Quick Facts
Outcome:Norw. victory (Tact.).
Norway
- Commander: Birger Eriksen
- Strength: 1 Festung
- Casualties: ca. 0
German Navy
- Commander: Oskar Kummetz
- Strength: 1 Schw. Kreuzer
- Casualties: ca. 830
Strategic Context
Attempt to capture the Norwegian government.
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