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1st Naval Battle of Narvik
1940 • Nordland Seeschlacht
Historical Overview
British destroyer attack on the German fleet in Ofotfjord.
Quick Facts
Outcome:Draw.
UK
- Commander: Bernard Warburton-Lee
- Strength: 5 Zerstörer
- Casualties: ca. 100
German Navy
- Commander: Friedrich Bonte †
- Strength: 10 Zerstörer
- Casualties: ca. 170
Strategic Context
First attempt to isolate German landing troops.
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