Battle of Narvik
Commands Allied naval forces supporting the Narvik campaign.
Role range: 1939-1945 – 1940-1940
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William Boyle Biography and Timeline
Follow William Boyle through 9 dated historical records for Great Britain.
William Boyle, historical timeline
A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.
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1940
Rupertforce Command
Commands naval and expeditionary forces assembling for operations near Narvik.
Role range: 1939-1945 – 1940-1940
Battle of Narvik
Plans the final Allied attack while evacuation planning begins.
Role range: 1939-1945 – 1940-1940
Narvik Assault Planning
Plans the final Allied attack while evacuation orders are kept secret.
Role range: 1939-1945 – 1940-1940
Operation Alphabet
Receives orders to prepare evacuation while the Allied attack on Narvik continues.
Role range: 1939-1945 – 1940-1940
Operation Alphabet
Coordinates naval arrangements for removing Allied troops from Narvik.
Role range: 1939-1945 – 1940-1940
Battle of Narvik
Directs evacuation of Allied forces from the Narvik area.
Role range: 1939-1945 – 1940-1940
Operation Alphabet
Directs evacuation of Allied forces from the Narvik area.
Role range: 1939-1945 – 1940-1940
Operation Alphabet
Directs evacuation of Allied troops and equipment from the Narvik area.
Role range: 1939-1945 – 1940-1940
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