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April 15 in History
This permanent archive page contains 460 World History Database records for April 15, spanning 1053 to 2026. Recorded topics include Death of Edward the Confessor; Death of Godwin of Wessex; Death of Harold II.
Total: 460Events: 421Births: 5Deaths: 25Battles: 9Countries: 30
Events on April 15
Parliament
Edward VI's first Parliament, which originally opened in November 1547, reaches its final dissolution.
Capture of Augsburg
Occupies Augsburg, Munich & southern Bavaria after the Battle of Lech
Capture of Bavaria
Occupies Augsburg, Munich & southern Bavaria after the Battle of Lech
Capture of Munich
Occupies Augsburg, Munich & southern Bavaria after the Battle of Lech
Savoy Conference
Bates serves among the Presbyterian commissioners at the Savoy Conference.
Savoy Conference
Baxter represents Presbyterian concerns during the Savoy Conference on church settlement.
Savoy Conference
Baxter represents Presbyterian ministers and argues for revisions to the Prayer Book.
Savoy Conference
Calamy joins Presbyterian delegates seeking changes to the restored church settlement.
Savoy Conference
Cosin serves among the bishops defending the restored Church of England liturgy.
Savoy Conference
Frewen acts as nominal chairman during the Savoy Conference on church settlement.
Savoy Conference
Frewen is named among episcopal commissioners for the conference on church settlement.
Savoy Conference
Henchman participates in the episcopal delegation at the Savoy Conference.
Savoy Conference
King serves among the bishops defending the restored Church of England settlement.
Savoy Conference
Manton joins Presbyterian representatives pressing for changes to the Prayer Book.
Savoy Conference
Pearson assists the episcopal side during debate over the restored liturgy.
Savoy Conference
Sheldon convenes the Savoy Conference to seek agreement between bishops and Presbyterian ministers.
Savoy Conference
Sheldon leads the episcopal side as the Savoy Conference opens to review church settlement.
Savoy Conference
Warner joins the episcopal commissioners at the Savoy Conference.
Stock-Jobbers Bill Protest
Protests after the Lords reject an amendment intended to prevent stock-jobbing legislation from operating retrospectively.
Treaty of Fussen
The Treaty was signed by Joseph Furst zu Furstenberg of Bavaria and Rudolf Graf von Colloredo of Austria
Treaty of Fussen
The Treaty was signed by Joseph Furst zu Furstenberg of Bavaria and Rudolf Graf von Colloredo of Austria
A Dictionary of the English Language
Publication of "English Dictionary"
Resignation of John Stewart
Resigns over the unpopular cider tax
Capture of Mississippi
Britain relinquishes all land east of the Mississippi
Doctorate from Jena
The University of Jena awards Marx a doctorate in philosophy in absentia.
Execution of Sophia Perovskaya
Is executed for participating in Alexander II's assassination.
People's Will Leaders Executed
She is hanged with other convicted People's Will conspirators.
Budget
Cuts the interest on Britains National debt
FA Cup Captaincy
Spencer captains Villa to its fourth FA Cup triumph.
Fourth FA Cup Victory
Hampton scores twice as Villa defeats Newcastle United 2-0 in the FA Cup final.
Additional Lookouts Posted
Posts additional lookouts because Titanic's collision indicates dangerous ice ahead.
All Survivors Aboard
Completes the survivor recovery after the last occupied Titanic boat reaches Carpathia during the morning.
Astor Request to Accompany Wife
Witnesses her husband's attempt to accompany her because of her condition being refused during the evacuation.
Baltic Contact after Rescue
Communicates with Baltic after Carpathia reaches the wreck area and survivors are recovered.
Baltic Rescue Report
Informs Baltic that Carpathia has reached the wreck area and recovered survivors from Titanic's boats.
Blankets Distributed for Rescue
Orders blankets placed in saloons, at gangways and in boats for use during the rescue.
Boat Deck with John Jacob Astor
Reaches the evacuation area with John Jacob Astor while the ship continues to settle in the water.
Boat Two Located
Closes on the green lights displayed from Boxhall's boat and makes it the first Titanic boat recovered.
Boats Cleared for Emergency
Has spare gear removed from Carpathia's boats so they can be turned out rapidly if required.
Boiler Room Five Withdrawal
Retreats through the engineering spaces as flooding spreads and the boiler-room situation becomes untenable.
Bridge Alert
Immediately reports Titanic's distress message to Carpathia's bridge.
Californian Contact
Handles wireless communication involving Californian after the rescue operation is underway.
Californian Middle Watch
Takes charge of Californian's bridge for the middle watch while the ship remains stopped in ice.
Californian Midnight Watch
Begins the midnight-to-four watch with Second Officer Herbert Stone while Californian is stopped.
Californian Midnight Watch
Takes the midnight watch aboard Californian while the ship is stopped among ice.
Californian Proceeds to Titanic Position
Gets Californian under way at full speed through the ice toward the reported position of Titanic.
Californian Search Request
Arranges for Californian to search the area for a Titanic boat believed still to be unaccounted for.
Captain Alerted
Ensures Captain Rostron is informed that Titanic has struck an iceberg and requires assistance.
Captain Called After Rocket Report
Calls Captain Lord before dawn and tells him that rockets had been observed during the previous watch.
Captain Rocket Message Delivered
Goes to Captain Lord and reports that eight white rockets have been seen from the nearby vessel's direction.
Captain's Coming Message
Transmits Rostron's assurance that Carpathia is coming to Titanic's assistance.
Carpathia Approach
Rows with the occupants of lifeboat 6 as the boat approaches Carpathia.
Carpathia Arrival at Disaster Position
Reaches the vicinity of Titanic's transmitted position shortly after four in the morning.
Carpathia Boarding
Boards Carpathia from lifeboat 13 at about 4:45 in the morning.
Carpathia Boarding
Boards Carpathia after being rescued with the occupants of lifeboat 6.
Carpathia Guided by Green Lights
Uses the green lights from lifeboat 2 to help guide Carpathia toward the first survivors.
Carpathia Lifeboats Readied
Orders Carpathia's lifeboats prepared and made ready for immediate use if needed.
Carpathia Medical Care
Receives shelter and assistance aboard Carpathia after the exposure and shock of the disaster.
Carpathia Position Sent
Transmits Carpathia's position during the wireless exchange with Titanic.
Carpathia Reaches Titanic Lifeboats
Brings Carpathia to the disaster area and begins recovering people from Titanic's lifeboats.
Carpathia Receives Titanic Distress Call
Responds after Carpathia receives Titanic's wireless distress message.
Carpathia Rescue
Is rescued from lifeboat 4 and taken aboard Carpathia after Titanic has sunk.
Carpathia Rescue Observed
Observes Carpathia collecting other Titanic lifeboats and survivors during the morning rescue.
Carpathia Rescue Preparations
Orders Carpathia prepared to receive large numbers of survivors while the ship races toward Titanic's reported position.
Carpathia Rockets Sighted
Sees rockets from the approaching Carpathia while lifeboat 2 waits in the darkness.
Carpathia Sighted
Sees Carpathia approaching from the southeast and turns with the boat toward the rescue ship.
Carpathia Survivor Assistance
Helps organise assistance for fellow survivors after being rescued by Carpathia.
Carpathia Turns Westward
Turns Carpathia from her eastbound route onto a course toward Titanic's transmitted position.
Chief Baker Rescue
Is later recovered after supporting evacuation efforts.
Chief Officer Lost with Titanic
Dies in the disaster after remaining on duty during Titanic's evacuation.
Chief Officer Takes Morning Watch
Relieves Herbert Stone at four in the morning and receives an account of the rockets seen during the middle watch.
Collapsible B Survival
Survives the sinking by reaching overturned collapsible B after being swept into the sea.
Collapsible B Survival
Survives on overturned collapsible lifeboat B after Titanic disappears beneath the water.
Collapsible C Evacuation
Supervises work around collapsible C during the final stages of the starboard evacuation.
Collapsible D Evacuation
Helps supervise collapsible D during the final lifeboat operations on Titanic's port side.
Collapsible D Loading
Supervises loading of collapsible D during the final minutes of Titanic's evacuation.
Collision Damage Report to Captain
Reports to Captain Smith that the flooding is beyond Titanic's designed ability to remain afloat.
Continued Morse Signalling Ordered
Directs continued Morse-lamp signalling toward the nearby steamer after reporting the rockets to Captain Lord.
Continued Rocket Signalling
Continues sending distress rockets while officers watch the lights of a nearby steamer.
Continuous Wireless Duty
Remains at the wireless apparatus for prolonged duty as ships seek information about Titanic and the rescue.
Course Changes Around Ice
Makes repeated course alterations as icebergs are sighted during Carpathia's final approach.
CQD and SOS Transmission
Continues wireless work until electrical power fails.
CQD Distress Transmission Ordered
Authorizes transmission of CQD distress calls so nearby ships can be summoned to Titanic's position.
CQD Interception
Unexpectedly intercepts Titanic's CQD announcing that the liner has struck an iceberg.
Cunard Rescue Report
Authorizes an official wireless report to Cunard describing the rescue and the decision to return west.
Damage Reports Received
Receives reports of water entering forward compartments and learns that Titanic's damage is severe.
Deck Work Suspended
Orders ordinary deck work stopped so Carpathia's crew can concentrate on preparations for a mass rescue.
Deckchairs Thrown Overboard
Is reported throwing deckchairs overboard so they might provide flotation for people forced into the water.
Descent into Lifeboat Six
Climbs down a rope into lifeboat 6 after offering his sailing experience to help the short-handed boat.
Destination Requests Answered
Handles wireless questions from other ships asking where Carpathia intends to take the survivors.
Destination Revised to New York
Communicates the later decision that Carpathia will carry Titanic's survivors back to New York.
Discharge Water Danger
Experiences lifeboat 13 being pushed away from a powerful discharge of water from Titanic's side.
Dispute with Robert Hichens
Challenges Quartermaster Robert Hichens during disagreements over rowing and whether the boat should return.
Distress Position Delivery
Carries Titanic's calculated position to the wireless room so it can be transmitted to other ships.
Distress Rocket Preparation
Helps prepare and fire the regulation distress rockets from Titanic's bridge area.
Distress Rockets Ordered
Orders or authorizes distress rockets to be fired at intervals in an attempt to attract nearby vessels.
Distress Signalling Assistance
Assists officers with emergency signalling from the after part of Titanic during the distress response.
Eight Rockets Message Sent to Captain
Sends James Gibson to tell Captain Lord that eight white rockets have been observed in all.
Emergency Boat Two Departure
Leaves Titanic in emergency lifeboat 2 and directs the boat away from the sinking liner.
Emergency Boat Two Loading
Takes charge of emergency lifeboat 2 as passengers are placed aboard during the evacuation.
Emergency Course Order
Orders Carpathia turned toward Titanic immediately after learning of the distress call.
Emergency Lifeboat One Command
Takes charge of emergency lifeboat 1 after it is lowered from Titanic.
Emergency Lifeboat One Escape
Escapes with his wife in emergency lifeboat 1, which is lowered with only twelve occupants.
Emergency Lifeboat One Escape
Escapes Titanic with her husband in emergency lifeboat 1.
Emergency Lifeboat One Lowering
Helps supervise emergency lifeboat 1 as it is lowered from the starboard side.
Emergency Lifeboat One Survival
Escapes in emergency lifeboat 1 with other crew members and first-class passengers.
Emergency Lifeboat One Survival
Escapes in emergency lifeboat 1 and helps crew the lightly loaded boat.
Engine Room Emergency Alert
Sends an urgent engine-room order explaining that Titanic is in distress and that maximum speed is required.
Etches Passenger Warning Instructions
Directs steward Henry Etches to tell passengers where their lifebelts are stored and to help them put the belts on.
Evacuation Assistance
Helps other passengers during the evacuation before entering a lifeboat herself.
Evacuation Preparation
Prepares to leave Titanic as officers begin loading women and children into the remaining lifeboats.
Extra Stokers Called
Orders the chief engineer to call an additional watch of stokers for the emergency run.
Falls Cut from Lifeboat Thirteen
Witnesses the falls being cut so lifeboat 13 can move clear beneath the descending boat 15.
Final Command during Sinking
Remains responsible for Titanic during the final evacuation as the ship settles lower and the remaining boats are launched.
First Boat Alongside Carpathia
Brings lifeboat 2 alongside Carpathia at about 4:10 in the morning as the rescue begins.
First Class Medical Reception
Stations the English doctor and assistants in Carpathia's first-class dining room for incoming survivors.
First Lifeboat Recovery
Directs the first recovery as Titanic's lifeboat 2 reaches Carpathia shortly after four in the morning.
Five White Rockets Reported
Reports to Captain Lord that five white rockets have been seen in the direction of the nearby steamer.
Flooding Extent Evaluation
Uses his detailed knowledge of Titanic's subdivision to assess how flooding of multiple forward compartments threatens the ship.
Frankfurt Inquiry Heard
Hears Frankfurt ask Titanic what is wrong during the wireless traffic surrounding the distress call.
Frankfurt Traffic Monitored
Monitors wireless exchanges between Titanic and Frankfurt during the emergency.
Full Speed Wireless Reply
Tells Titanic by wireless that Carpathia is steaming toward her as fast as possible.
Further Titanic Messages
Receives several additional wireless messages from Titanic after the initial distress call.
Gangway Blankets Readied
Has blankets positioned at Carpathia's gangways for cold survivors arriving from the lifeboats.
Gangway Reception Organized
Directs the purser and stewards to organize reception of survivors at Carpathia's gangways.
Green Flare Sighted
Sees a green flare from Boxhall's lifeboat while Carpathia closes on the disaster area.
Green Flare Signalling
Displays bright green pyrotechnic lights from lifeboat 2 while waiting for a rescue ship.
Green Pyrotechnics Loaded
Has a box of green pyrotechnic lights placed in lifeboat 2 before it leaves Titanic.
Hot Drinks Prepared
Orders coffee, tea and soup prepared for survivors and crew during the rescue operation.
Husband Missing after Sinking
Reaches Carpathia without John Jacob Astor and waits for news of her missing husband.
Iceberg Avoidance Approach
Alters Carpathia's course repeatedly while approaching Titanic's position through an ice field.
Iceberg Collision Message
Receives Titanic's warning that the ship has struck an iceberg and needs immediate assistance.
Iceberg Near Carpathia
Observes an iceberg near Carpathia as lifeboat 13 approaches the rescue ship at daybreak.
Immigrant Survivor Assistance
Uses her organisational skills and language ability to assist distressed survivors aboard Carpathia.
Initial Halifax Possibility
Passes information reflecting Rostron's initial consideration of Halifax as a possible destination after the rescue.
Last Message Without Reply
Sends a final message toward Titanic but receives no further answer from the sinking liner.
Lifeboat Command
Commands a lifeboat and later signals the approaching Carpathia.
Lifeboat Eight Evacuation
Assists with lifeboat 8 on the port side during the evacuation.
Lifeboat Eight Loading
Oversees the port-side departure of lifeboat 8, one of the earlier boats lowered during the evacuation.
Lifeboat Eight Steering
Escapes in lifeboat 8 and assists with steering and rowing after the boat leaves Titanic.
Lifeboat Eleven Escape
Escapes in lifeboat 11 while carrying her musical toy pig.
Lifeboat Eleven Preparation
Assists with lifeboat 11 as passengers are moved toward the starboard boats.
Lifeboat Fifteen Danger
Survives the danger of lifeboat 15 descending almost directly onto lifeboat 13.
Lifeboat Fifteen Preparation
Assists with lifeboat 15 during the evacuation from Titanic's starboard side.
Lifeboat Fifteen Survival
Escapes in lifeboat 15 after assisting third-class passengers toward the boat deck.
Lifeboat Five Command
Takes command of lifeboat 5 after First Officer Murdoch orders him to leave Titanic with the boat.
Lifeboat Five Loading Assistance
Helps Third Officer Pitman bring women forward while lifeboat 5 is being loaded.
Lifeboat Five Lowering
Helps supervise the loading and lowering of lifeboat 5 on Titanic's starboard side.
Lifeboat Four Boarding
Boards lifeboat 4 during the final phase of Titanic's evacuation.
Lifeboat Four Loading
Supervises preparations for lifeboat 4 and directs women and children into the boat.
Lifeboat Four Lowering
Leaves Titanic in lifeboat 4 as the boat is lowered from the ship.
Lifeboat Fourteen Assistance
Assists Fifth Officer Lowe with preparations around lifeboat 14.
Lifeboat Fourteen Command
Takes command of lifeboat 14 after supervising its loading and lowering from Titanic's port side.
Lifeboat Morale
Encourages the occupants of lifeboat 6 during the cold wait for rescue.
Lifeboat Nine Preparation
Helps prepare and load lifeboat 9 during the evacuation.
Lifeboat Readiness Message
Relays Rostron's message telling Titanic that Carpathia is coming and that rescue preparations are being made.
Lifeboat Recovery Sequence
Keeps Carpathia maneuvering among the scattered lifeboats as survivors are taken aboard through the morning.
Lifeboat Seven Escape
Survives Titanic in lifeboat 7, the first standard lifeboat lowered from the starboard side.
Lifeboat Seven Loading Assistance
Assists near lifeboat 7 by helping keep a passage clear for women during the evacuation.
Lifeboat Seven Lowering
Supervises the starboard evacuation and helps send lifeboat 7 away, the first boat lowered from that side.
Lifeboat Seven Survival
Escapes Titanic in lifeboat 7 after earlier serving as a lookout.
Lifeboat Six Boarding
Boards lifeboat 6 during Titanic's evacuation from the port side.
Lifeboat Six Escape
Survives Titanic in lifeboat 6 during the port-side evacuation.
Lifeboat Six Escape
Survives Titanic in lifeboat 6 after leaving the ship during the port-side evacuation.
Lifeboat Six Loading
Directs women into lifeboat 6 and sends the under-manned boat away from Titanic's port side.
Lifeboat Six Lowering
Leaves Titanic in lifeboat 6 under the command of Quartermaster Robert Hichens.
Lifeboat Six Rowing
Helps row lifeboat 6 as its occupants move away from the sinking Titanic.
Lifeboat Six Survival
Escapes Titanic in lifeboat 6 after completing lookout duties on the night of the collision.
Lifeboat Sixteen Loading
Helps supervise lifeboat 16 during the port-side evacuation.
Lifeboat Thirteen Boarding
Boards lifeboat 13 after men are permitted to fill remaining places in the boat.
Lifeboat Thirteen Escape
Escapes Titanic in lifeboat 13 after leaving the engineering spaces.
Lifeboat Thirteen Escape
Escapes Titanic in lifeboat 13 after men are permitted to fill remaining places on the starboard side.
Lifeboat Thirteen Escape
Survives in lifeboat 13 after boarding from A deck during the starboard evacuation.
Lifeboat Thirteen Lowered
Leaves Titanic in lifeboat 13 as it is lowered from the starboard side.
Lifeboat Thirteen Preparation
Helps oversee lifeboat 13 during the crowded starboard evacuation.
Lifeboat Thirteen Survival
Escapes in lifeboat 13 and helps manage the heavily loaded boat after it reaches the water.
Lookout Reinforcement
Strengthens the lookout arrangements while Carpathia runs at high speed through waters known to contain ice.
Lost in Titanic Sinking
Dies during the sinking after serving on the boat deck throughout the emergency.
Lost with Titanic
Dies when Titanic sinks after remaining aboard during the evacuation and final emergency.
Maximum Speed Order
Directs the engine room to make every possible speed toward Titanic's reported position.
Medical Stations Assigned
Assigns Carpathia's doctors to first, second and third-class dining rooms to receive survivors.
Medical Supplies Prepared
Orders restoratives, stimulants and medical supplies prepared for injured or exhausted survivors.
Megaphone Evacuation Direction
Uses a megaphone on the boat deck while directing passengers and reinforcing the women-and-children evacuation priority.
Memorial Service
Arranges a short service of thanksgiving for those rescued and remembrance for those lost.
Middle Watch Handover to Stone
Points out the nearby steamer to Herbert Stone when handing over the bridge watch shortly after midnight.
Missing Boat Search Arranged
Asks Californian to search the surrounding sea when a Titanic boat is believed to remain unaccounted for.
Morning Rocket Report Received
Is informed again before dawn that rockets had been observed during the middle watch.
Morning Steamer Observation
Observes another steamer before dawn and discusses whether it is the same vessel associated with the earlier rockets.
Morning Wireless Recall
Is awakened before dawn and returns to the wireless set after officers report that rockets were seen during the night.
Morse Lamp Signal
Uses Titanic's Morse lamp in an attempt to communicate with the nearby steamer.
Morse Lamp Signalling
Attempts to contact the nearby vessel from Californian by Morse lamp but receives no reply.
Morse Reply Attempt
Attempts to answer what initially appears to be Morse signalling from the nearby vessel.
Multiple Titanic Signals Heard
Receives about four additional messages from Titanic after the initial CQD according to his later testimony.
Nearby Lifeboat Contact
Maintains intermittent contact with several nearby lifeboats in the darkness after Titanic sinks.
Nearby Ships Contacted
Communicates with ships in the vicinity as information about the disaster and rescue is exchanged.
Nearby Steamer Lights Sighted
Sees a masthead light, a red sidelight and a glare of white lights from the nearby vessel.
Nearby Steamer Observation
Observes the sidelights and masthead lights of a nearby steamer while Titanic is sinking.
Nearby Vessel Appears Unusual
Remarks that the nearby vessel's appearance and lights look unusual while continuing to observe her.
Nearby Vessel Bearing Watch
Keeps the nearby steamer under observation after receiving instructions to report changes in her bearing or distance.
Nearby Vessel Disappearance Report
Reports to Captain Lord that the vessel associated with the rockets has disappeared from view to the southwest.
New York Destination Chosen
Decides to return to New York because it offers the most practical destination for Titanic's survivors.
Night in Lifeboat Four
Waits in lifeboat 4 during the cold hours between Titanic's evacuation and Carpathia's arrival.
Officer Added to Bridge
Keeps an additional officer on Carpathia's bridge during the dangerous approach to Titanic's position.
Official Messages Prioritized
Handles official messages authorized by Rostron concerning the sinking, survivors and Carpathia's destination.
Olympic Call Monitored
Hears Olympic attempting to call Titanic and helps draw Titanic's wireless operator's attention to the call.
Olympic Service Message
Hears Olympic calling Titanic with a master's service message during the developing emergency.
Passenger Areas Controlled
Orders Carpathia's own passengers managed away from rescue areas to reduce confusion on deck.
Passenger Lifebelt Warning
Urges stewardess Annie Robinson to wear her lifebelt visibly so passengers understand the seriousness of the emergency.
Passenger Steamer Seen from Deck
Observes the nearby vessel from Californian's deck and considers it large enough to be a passenger ship.
Passengers Assisted from Boat Two
Helps the occupants of lifeboat 2 climb from the boat and board Carpathia safely.
Port Lifeboat Evacuation
Supervises the loading and lowering of lifeboats from Titanic's port side during the evacuation.
Port-Side Evacuation
Survives after reaching an overturned collapsible boat.
Reports of White Rockets
Receives reports from the bridge that white rockets are being seen in the direction of a nearby vessel.
Rescue Area Departure Decision
Leaves the disaster area after the lifeboats and survivors have been accounted for as fully as possible.
Rescue Boat Blankets Readied
Has additional blankets prepared for use in boats during the recovery operation.
Rescue Communications Begin
Continues operating Carpathia's wireless station while survivors are being brought aboard.
Rescue Course Reply
Sends confirmation that Carpathia is steaming toward Titanic at the greatest speed possible.
Rescue Outcome Transmitted
Reports that Carpathia has picked up the survivors found in Titanic's small boats.
Rescue Ships Boat Readiness Message
Has a wireless message sent advising responding ships to prepare their boats because Titanic is sinking.
Rescue Through Daybreak
Continues maneuvering Carpathia among ice and lifeboats as daylight spreads across the disaster area.
Return Debate in Lifeboat Six
Argues that lifeboat 6 should return toward the wreck area to search for people in the water.
Return for Warm Clothing
Returns to his cabin for warmer clothing before going back toward the boat deck.
Return to Titanic Wreckage
Rows back toward the wreckage after Titanic sinks to search for people still alive.
Return to Wreckage Rescue
Returns toward the wreckage in lifeboat 14 and rescues several people who remain alive in the water.
Rocket Colour Confirmed to Captain
Confirms to Captain Lord that the rockets reported from the bridge appeared to be white.
Rocket Report to Captain Lord
Reports to Captain Lord that eight white rockets have been observed and that the nearby ship has disappeared from view.
Rocket Watch Continues
Continues observing the nearby vessel with Stone while white rockets appear in its direction.
Search for Lifeboat Light
Searches lifeboat 13 for a useful lamp and finds that effective signalling light is unavailable.
Second Class Medical Reception
Stations the Italian doctor and assistants in Carpathia's second-class dining room for incoming survivors.
Separation from Husband
Separates from John Jacob Astor when she enters lifeboat 4 and he remains aboard Titanic.
Ship List Observed
Notices Titanic's increasing list while moving through the ship during the evacuation.
Sinking of RMS Titanic
Titanic founders at about 2:20 a.m. on 15 April after striking an iceberg; Smith dies with the ship.
Sinking of RMS Titanic - Lifeboat Evacuation
After the iceberg collision, Smith ordered lifeboats uncovered and passengers mustered; Titanic sank at about 02:20 on 15 April 1912.
Sixth Officer Lost with Titanic
Dies in the disaster after assisting with lifeboat operations during Titanic's evacuation.
Starboard Lifeboat Evacuation
Directs the loading and lowering of lifeboats from Titanic's starboard side during the evacuation.
Steerage Area Cleared
Orders Carpathia's steerage staff to keep their own passengers clear of the third-class rescue area.
Steerage Passengers Directed Upward
Is observed giving instructions intended to help steerage passengers move upward during the emergency.
Stewardess Emergency Warning
Warns stewardesses to hurry on deck and take precautions after the extent of Titanic's flooding becomes clear.
Survivor Registration Ordered
Orders the purser's staff to record the names of Titanic survivors as soon as practicable.
Survivor Relief Work
Begins helping fellow Titanic survivors soon after reaching Carpathia.
Third Class Medical Reception
Stations the Hungarian doctor and assistants in Carpathia's third-class dining room for incoming survivors.
Third Class Passenger Guidance
Guides a group of third-class women and children toward lifeboat 15 during the evacuation.
Three Further White Rockets Seen
Observes three additional white rockets after Californian again attempts to signal the nearby vessel.
Titanic Alerted to Olympic
Tells Titanic's operator that Olympic is calling when the call has not initially been noticed.
Titanic Boat Deck Assistance
Assists the senior officers with lifeboat preparation and evacuation work on Titanic's boat deck.
Titanic Boats Hoisted Aboard
Has thirteen of Titanic's wooden lifeboats hoisted aboard Carpathia during the rescue operation.
Titanic Collapsible C
Survives the sinking after leaving Titanic in collapsible lifeboat C.
Titanic Communications End
Notes that Titanic stops answering wireless calls before Carpathia reaches the transmitted position.
Titanic CQD Distress Call
Transmits CQD distress calls from Titanic's wireless room after the collision.
Titanic CQD Heard by Chance
Hears Titanic's distress call largely by chance while still wearing his wireless headphones before retiring.
Titanic Damage Inspection
Inspects the ship after the collision and assesses flooding in the forward compartments.
Titanic Distress Assistance
Assists Phillips in transmitting Titanic's distress calls.
Titanic Distress Call Received
Receives Titanic's distress traffic and alerts Carpathia's bridge so the ship can turn toward the reported position.
Titanic Distress Order
Orders Titanic's wireless operators to call for assistance after the collision.
Titanic Distress Rockets Fired
Helps send distress rockets from Titanic to attract the attention of nearby vessels.
Titanic Engine Room Command
Leads Titanic's engineering department as the crew works to maintain power and pumping after the collision.
Titanic Evacuation Assistance
Helps other officers prepare and launch lifeboats during the evacuation.
Titanic Evacuation Ordered
Directs officers to uncover and load the lifeboats after the seriousness of Titanic's damage becomes clear.
Titanic Final Hours
Remains aboard Titanic during the final evacuation and dies in the sinking.
Titanic Final Plunge Survival
Survives after entering the freezing sea during Titanic's final sinking.
Titanic Foundering Assessment
Advises Captain Smith that the damaged ship cannot remain afloat.
Titanic Foundering Report Received
Receives the report that Titanic has foundered and that Carpathia is returning to New York with survivors.
Titanic Lifeboat Five
Leaves Titanic in lifeboat number 5 while assisting the evacuation.
Titanic Lifeboat Four Rescue
Escapes the sinking aboard lifeboat number 4 while her husband remains aboard Titanic.
Titanic Lifeboat Fourteen
Takes command of lifeboat number 14 during Titanic's evacuation.
Titanic Lifeboat Loading
Supervises loading and lowering lifeboats on Titanic's port side.
Titanic Lifeboat Preparation
Helps organize lifeboat preparation and evacuation after the collision.
Titanic Lifeboat Provisioning
Helps supply lifeboats with bread while passengers and crew prepare to abandon ship.
Titanic Lifeboat Refusal
Declines to take a lifeboat place while other passengers still await evacuation.
Titanic Lifeboat Six
Survives Titanic's sinking aboard lifeboat number 6.
Titanic Lifeboat Six Passenger
Escapes Titanic aboard lifeboat number 6 and helps other survivors during the disaster.
Titanic Lifeboat Two
Survives the disaster after taking charge of lifeboat number 2.
Titanic Lifeboat Warning Relayed
Relays Rostron's instruction that Titanic should have her lifeboats ready while Carpathia approaches.
Titanic Lifeboats Consolidated
Transfers passengers between boats so he can organize a return toward the wreckage.
Titanic Loss Learned by Wireless
Learns by wireless that Titanic has sunk after resuming duty aboard Californian in the morning.
Titanic Madeleine Astor Evacuation
Helps his pregnant wife Madeleine reach a lifeboat before remaining aboard Titanic.
Titanic Position Calculation
Calculates the position supplied for Titanic's wireless distress traffic after the collision.
Titanic Position Calculation
Works out Titanic's position for distress messages and communication with responding ships.
Titanic Position Received
Receives Titanic's reported position for Carpathia's emergency run toward the liner.
Titanic Rescue Completed
Completes recovery of Titanic survivors before Carpathia turns toward New York.
Titanic Rockets Observed
Observes a series of white rockets in the direction of the nearby vessel and reports them to Captain Lord.
Titanic Sinking Witnessed
Watches Titanic's lights disappear and witnesses the liner sink from lifeboat 13.
Titanic SOS Signal
Uses the newer SOS distress signal while continuing to seek assistance.
Titanic Straus Couple
Chooses to remain with her husband Isidor rather than leave him aboard Titanic.
Titanic Survivor Information Request
Sends a wireless request to Olympic seeking immediate information about Titanic's passengers and where survivors will be landed.
Titanic Water Survivors
Recovers several people from the water during the post-sinking search.
Titanic Wireless Operator Survival
Survives the sinking after remaining at the wireless set late into the evacuation.
Two Rockets Seen from Californian
Reports seeing two rockets rise from the direction of the vessel he had been observing after midnight.
Vessel Observation Resumed
Returns to the bridge after reporting to Captain Lord and continues watching until the nearby vessel disappears.
Virginian Contact
Handles wireless communication with Virginian while ships exchange information about the Titanic disaster.
Virginian Titanic Report Received
Learns by wireless from Virginian that Titanic has struck an iceberg and that passengers are in boats.
Warning Shots During Evacuation
Fires warning shots while controlling a crowd near lifeboat 14 during the evacuation.
White Distress Rockets
Fires white distress rockets intended to attract the attention of a nearby vessel.
White Rocket Report Received
Receives a bridge report that white rockets are being seen in the direction of the nearby steamer.
White Star Rescue Report
Authorizes an official wireless message to White Star reporting survivors aboard and Carpathia's return course.
Wireless Distress Calls Authorized
Orders Titanic's wireless operators to call for assistance after the seriousness of the flooding becomes apparent.
Wireless Operator Survival
Survives aboard the overturned collapsible lifeboat.
Wireless Position Exchange
Exchanges positional information needed for Carpathia's run toward Titanic.
Wireless Silence from Titanic
Recognizes that direct wireless communication with Titanic has ceased before Carpathia reaches the scene.
Women and Children Priority
Directs that women and children receive priority as Titanic's lifeboats are loaded and lowered.
Women Entering Boats Wireless Report
Has wireless traffic report that women are being placed into Titanic's lifeboats during the evacuation.
War Office Production Committee Reviewed
Addresses a War Office committee examining production and supply for the Army.
War Production Acceleration Committee Backed
Supports committee work intended to accelerate the production of equipment required by the armed forces.
Chief of Staff
Appointed Chief of Staff of XX Corps
Chief of Staff
Appointed Chief of Staff of XX Corps
Enigma Machine
Offers a prototype rotor cipher machine to the German Navy as military communications security becomes a wartime concern.
Mein Kampf
Puplication of "Mein Kampf", helped by Herman Hess
Mein Kampf
Puplication of "Mein Kampf", written mainly in Landsberg prison. Puplication of "Mein Kampf", helped by Herman Hess
Unemployment Insurance Amendment
Debates an amendment affecting eligibility under unemployment insurance law.
Allied Landing
Allied troops begin landing in northern Norway to support operations against Narvik.
Barttle of Narvik
Supports the Allied landing at Harstad for operations against Narvik.
Council of Berg
Appointed Member of ruling administritive council by the Germans
Council of Berg
Appointed Member of ruling administritive council by the Germans
Council of Berggrav
Appointed Member of ruling administritive council by the Germans
Council of Berggrav
Appointed Member of ruling administritive council by the Germans
Dismissal
Dimissed by Hitler after he had declared himself head of the Norwegian Government
Dismissal
Dimissed by Hitler after he had declared himself head of the Norwegian Government
Dismissal
Dimissed by Hitler after he had declared himself head of the Norwegian Government
Guards Brigade Lands
Leads 24th Guards Brigade as Allied troops land near Narvik.
Narvik Expedition
Supports the Allied expedition being assembled around Harstad.
Narvik Expedition
Commands British land forces sent to invest Narvik.
Narvik Expedition
Mackesy leads the British force sent to invest Narvik after German troops seize the port.
Narvik Land Campaign
Fraser's 24th Guards Brigade forms part of Rupertforce during the Allied build-up around Narvik.
President of Bolivia
Penaranda begins his constitutional presidency.
Invasion of Greece
The C-in-C of Luftflotte Four, Generaloberst Alexander Lehr receives orders from Hermann Goering to wind down the air-offensive and transfer the bulk of the dive-bomber force to support the campaign in Greece
Invasion of Greece
The C-in-C of Luftflotte Four, Generaloberst Alexander Lehr receives orders from Hermann Goering to wind down the air-offensive and transfer the bulk of the dive-bomber force to support the campaign in Greece
Invasion of Yugoslavia
The C-in-C of Luftflotte Four, Generaloberst Alexander Lehr receives orders from Hermann Gring to wind down the air-offensive and transfer the bulk of the dive-bomber force to support the campaign in Greece
Invasion of Yugoslavia
The C-in-C of Luftflotte Four, Generaloberst Alexander Lehr receives orders from Hermann Goering to wind down the air-offensive and transfer the bulk of the dive-bomber force to support the campaign in Greece
Invasion of Yugoslavia
The C-in-C of Luftflotte Four, Generaloberst Alexander Lehr receives orders from Hermann Goering to wind down the air-offensive and transfer the bulk of the dive-bomber force to support the campaign in Greece
Luftflotte Four
The C-in-C of Luftflotte Four, Generaloberst Alexander Lehr receives orders from Hermann Gring to wind down the air-offensive and transfer the bulk of the dive-bomber force to support the campaign in Greece. The C-in-C of Luftflotte Four, Generaloberst Alexander Lehr receives orders from Hermann Goering to wind down the air-offensive and transfer the bulk of the dive-bomber force to support the campaign in Greece
Luftflotte Four
The C-in-C of Luftflotte Four, Generaloberst Alexander Lehr receives orders from Hermann Goering to wind down the air-offensive and transfer the bulk of the dive-bomber force to support the campaign in Greece
Luftflotte Four
The C-in-C of Luftflotte Four, Generaloberst Alexander Lehr receives orders from Hermann Goering to wind down the air-offensive and transfer the bulk of the dive-bomber force to support the campaign in Greece
Reactor Plutonium High Fission Rate
Measurements of reactor-produced plutonium show a spontaneous-fission rate far above expectations because of plutonium-240 contamination, threatening the gun method.
General
Hodges is promoted to general making him only the second man, behind Walter Krueger, to rise to full General from enlisted private
General
Hodges is promoted to general making him only the second man, behind Walter Krueger, to rise to full General from enlisted private
Liberation of Bergen-Belsen
The Allies liberate Bergen-Belsen
Liberation of Bergen-Belsen
The Allies liberate Bergen-Belsen
Siege of Berlin
Ordered to bring his forces to halt, might have reached Berlin before the Soviets
Centrist Coalition Government
Plastiras forms a coalition government after an inconclusive election.
Government
Japan becomes self-governing after a Treaty marking the end of WW II in the Pacific
President of Bolivia
Paz Estenssoro begins his first presidency after the National Revolution.
Election
The National Party majority in the House of Assembly increases from 13 to 29. The National Party increases its seats in the House of Assembly from 86 to 94. The election is dominated by the political rights of Coloureds
Independence of Austria
Austria makes an agreement with Russia to remain neutral, Russian troops will withdraw
Neutrality
Austria makes an agreement with Russia to remain neutral, Russian troops will withdraw
Health of John Foster Dulles
Resigns due to ill health, evidence of bone metastasis after developing colon cancer
Resignation of John Foster Dulles
Resigns due to ill health, evidence of bone metastasis after developing colon cancer
Air Strike Advisers Support Mission
Goodwin supports exile B-26 crews during the opening air operation.
Ambassador Misled by Cover Story
Stevenson discovers that intelligence officials supplied him with inaccurate information.
B-26 Strike Formation Led
Herrera leads exile bombers during the pre-invasion attacks on Cuban airfields.
Bay of Pigs Air Operations
Volunteers as an Alabama Air National Guard aircrew member supporting the exile air force.
Bay of Pigs Air Operations
Volunteers as an Alabama Air National Guard pilot supporting Bay of Pigs air operations.
Bay of Pigs Air Operations
Volunteers as an Alabama Air National Guard aircrew member supporting the Bay of Pigs operation.
Bay of Pigs Air Strike
Commands a formation of B-26 bombers during the pre-invasion air strike.
Bay of Pigs Air Strike
Leads a B-26 formation with Alabama Air National Guard advisers during the pre-invasion air strike.
Cover Story Exposed to Stevenson
Stevenson later learns that the official account of the air strikes was false.
Cuban Charges Heard at United Nations
Stevenson responds after Cuba accuses the United States of directing air attacks.
Cuban Complaint at United Nations
Roa accuses the United States of responsibility for the air attacks on Cuba.
False Defector Evidence Presented
Stevenson confronts Cuban evidence challenging the defector cover story.
False Defector Story Challenged
Roa challenges the claim that a Cuban pilot independently attacked government airfields.
Invasion of Cuba
On the night of 15/16 April, the Nino Diaz group failed in a second attempted diversionary landing at a fresh location near Baracoa
Invasion of Cuba
At about 06:00 Cuban time, eight Douglas B-26B Invader bombers attacked three Cuban airfields in three groups.
Invasion of Cuba
They struck San Antonio de los Banos, Ciudad Libertad near Havana, and Antonio Maceo International Airport at Santiago de Cuba.
No Intervention Pledge
Stevenson publicly denies that United States forces will intervene in Cuba.
Operation Puma Air Plan
Operation Puma calls for sustained strikes against Cuban aircraft and airfields.
Operation Puma Air Strikes
Exile B-26 aircraft attack three Cuban airfields before the main landing.
Second Baracoa Diversion Attempt
Diaz leads a second unsuccessful diversionary landing attempt near Baracoa.
Three Cuban Airfields Targeted
Kennedy is informed that strikes hit airfields near Havana and Santiago de Cuba.
United Nations Protest Filed
Roa formally protests the air attacks before the United Nations.
United States Denial at United Nations
Stevenson states that United States armed forces will not intervene in Cuba.
United States Involvement Denied
Stevenson presents the administration claim that Cuban defectors conducted the attacks.
Purcell Reconnaissance Panel
CIA initiated the Purcell Panel to advise McCone on the future course of the National Reconnaissance Program and advanced technical collection.
President of Brazil
Appointed President of Brazil after the 1964 military takeover
Aftermath
The Rolling Stones release Aftermath, their first album of entirely Jagger-Richards songs.
Demonstrations
Over 100,000 in New York & over 50,000 in San Francisco demonstrate against the War
Budget
Roy Jenkins presents another restrictive Budget with taxation increases of approximately 340 million pounds.
Apollo 13 Carbon Dioxide Adapter
Helps use improvised equipment that adapts command module carbon-dioxide canisters to the lunar module system.
Apollo 13 Lunar Flyby
Passes around the Moon with Lovell and Swigert during the emergency return to Earth.
Apollo 13 Lunar Flyby
Leads the crew as Apollo 13 swings around the Moon on its emergency return trajectory.
Apollo 13 PC Plus Two Burn
Helps operate Aquarius during the long engine burn that speeds Apollo 13’s return to Earth.
Apollo 13 Sun Alignment
Uses the Sun to verify lunar module guidance alignment when debris makes star sightings difficult.
Britain restores a telephone link with China, cut off in 1949
Britain restores a telephone link with China, cut off in 1949
Cultural Revolution Campaign
Gaddafi calls for popular committees, legal revision and ideological mobilisation throughout Libya.
Popular Revolution Proclaimed
Gaddafi proclaims a Popular Revolution intended to transform administration, law and political participation.
White House Tape 038-042
John Ehrlichman appears with Richard Nixon and H. R. Haldeman in the 18-minute White House recording numbered 038-042; the Watergate Special Prosecution Force later included the recording in its transcript collection.
White House Tape 038-042
H. R. Haldeman appears with Richard Nixon and John Ehrlichman in the 18-minute White House recording numbered 038-042; the Watergate Special Prosecution Force later included the recording in its transcript collection.
White House Tape 038-042
Richard Nixon appears with H. R. Haldeman and John Ehrlichman in the 18-minute White House recording numbered 038-042; the Watergate Special Prosecution Force later included the recording in its transcript collection.
White House Tape 896-006
John Ehrlichman appears with Richard Nixon in the 31-minute White House recording numbered 896-006; the Watergate Special Prosecution Force later included the recording in its transcript collection.
White House Tape 896-006
Richard Nixon appears with John Ehrlichman in the 31-minute White House recording numbered 896-006; the Watergate Special Prosecution Force later included the recording in its transcript collection.
April Budget
Healey presents a Budget focused on inflation control, public expenditure restraint and industrial recovery.
Budget
Healey presents a crisis Budget as inflation rises and unemployment worsens.
Coup
Takes part in the military coup
Head of Armed Forces
Appointed Head of the Armed Forces
Income Tax
The Budget raises the basic rate of income tax from 33 percent to 35 percent.
Prime Minister of Chad
Appointed Prime Minister of Chad
Social Contract
Healey uses the Budget to support anti-inflation policy within the Social Contract framework.
Argentine Invasion of Falklands
Reagan terminates Haig's peace mission, declares US support for Britain, imposes economic sanctions on Argentina, and offers Britain materiel and other aid. British destroyer group takes up holding position in mid-Atlantic
Visit to Buenos Aires
The Haig peace mission arrives in Buenos Aires, 2nd time
Reform of Racial Laws
South Africa pledges to abolish bans on mixed-race sex
Bombing of Tripoli
The US uses Britain as a base to launch an 11 minute attack on Gadaffis HQ in Tripoli
Operation El Dorado Canyon
The United States attacks Libyan facilities after linking the government to international terrorism.
United States Bombing of Benghazi
United States aircraft strike military targets around Benghazi during Operation El Dorado Canyon.
United States Bombing of Tripoli
Gaddafi survives United States air strikes on Tripoli during Operation El Dorado Canyon.
Hillsborough Disaster
Leads Liverpool through the aftermath of the Hillsborough disaster.
Symphony Hall
Symphony Hall opens as the principal home of the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra.
Civilian Rescue Operations
Conducts repeated rescue missions through militia checkpoints.
Marrakesh Agreement
India signs the Marrakesh Agreement establishing the World Trade Organization framework.
UN Peacekeeper Saves Civilians
Saves numerous civilians trapped during the genocide.
Agenda Venezuela
The government announced Agenda Venezuela, introducing exchange-rate, fiscal, and price reforms supported by international lenders.
Government Ends
His government ends in Helsinki, concluding this term as Prime Minister of Finland.
Prime Minister
Takes office as Prime Minister of Finland and forms a government in Helsinki.
Arrest of Marwan Barghouti
Is arrested by Israel during the Second Intifada.
Capture of Kirkuk
US forces take control of Tikrit, the last major outpost in central Iraq, with an attack led by the Marines Task Force Tripoli
Capture of Tikrit
US forces take control of Tikrit, the last major outpost in central Iraq, with an attack led by the Marines Task Force Tripoli
Invasion of Iraq
US forces take control of Tikrit, the last major outpost in central Iraq, with an attack led by the Marines Task Force Tripoli
Hillsborough Memorial Speech
Burnham responds to demands for full disclosure at the twentieth-anniversary Hillsborough memorial.
Election
Instant polling after the 1st of 3 Prime Ministerial debates unanimously declared Nick Clegg the winner
First Televised Leaders' Debate
Brown participates in Britain's first televised general-election leaders' debate.
Notre-Dame Fire
Responds to the Notre-Dame Cathedral fire.
COVID-19
Holds parliamentary elections under pandemic safety measures.
DESI Planned Five Year Map Completed
Levi announces completion of DESI's planned five-year mapping programme, providing the full survey dataset for stronger tests of whether dark energy evolves.
Births on April 15
Birth of Leonardo da Vinci
Birth of Leonardo da Vinci
Birth of William Augustus
Birth of William Augustus, 2nd surviving son of George II & Caroline of Ansbach
Birth of James Clark Ross
Birth of James Clark Ross
Birth of Benjamin Zephaniah
Benjamin Zephaniah is born in Birmingham and later becomes a prominent performance poet.
Birth of Emma Thompson
Birth of Emma Thompson
Deaths on April 15
Death of Edward the Confessor
Death of Godwin, Harold Godwineson succeeds to the Earldom of Wessex
Death of Godwin of Wessex
Death of Godwin of Wessex
Death of Harold II
Death of Godwin, Harold Godwineson succeeds to the Earldom of Wessex
Death of Robert Rich
Death of Robert Rich, 2nd Earl of Warwick
Death in Titanic Disaster
Dies when Titanic sinks after remaining aboard during the evacuation, and his body is never identified.
Death in Titanic Disaster
Dies when Titanic sinks after playing with the ship's musicians during the emergency.
Death in Titanic Disaster
Dies in the sinking after performing with Titanic's musicians during the evacuation.
Death in Titanic Disaster
Dies in the sinking after continuing his duties as a musician during the evacuation.
Death in Titanic Disaster
Dies in the sinking after leading the musicians during the evacuation.
Death in Titanic Disaster
Perishes in the sinking after the young Scottish violinist continues performing during the ship's final evacuation.
Death in Titanic Disaster
Perishes with Titanic after the Belgian violinist remains with the musical ensemble during the emergency.
Death in Titanic Disaster
Dies when Titanic founders after performing with the musicians during the emergency.
Death in Titanic Disaster
Dies in the disaster after playing with Titanic's orchestra during the evacuation.
Death of Archibald Butt
Dies in the Titanic disaster while returning to the United States from Europe.
Death of Edward Smith
Dies during Titanic's sinking after directing the evacuation and distress response.
Death of Francis Millet
Dies in the Titanic disaster while travelling home from Europe.
Death of Jacques Futrelle
Dies in the Titanic disaster after his wife May reaches a lifeboat.
Death of John Jacob Astor
Dies in the Titanic disaster after helping his pregnant wife reach a lifeboat.
Death of Joseph Bell
Dies with the ship after remaining below with members of Titanic's engineering department.
Death of Toto Prince
Death of Toto Prince
Death of Jean-Paul Sartre
Jean-Paul Sartre dies in Paris, aged seventy-four.
Death of Greta Garbo
Death of Greta Garbo
Death of Pol Pot
Death of Pol Pot
Death of Pol Pot
Death of Pol Pot while held under house arrest by the Ta Mok faction of the Khmer Rouge
Death of Pol Pot
Death of Pol Pot, while held under house arrest by the Ta Mok faction of the Khmer Rouge
Battles on April 15
Battle of Formigny
Leads a force which is defeated by the French in Normandy
Battle of Lech
Occupies Augsburg, Munich & southern Bavaria after the Battle of Lech. Defeats Tilly & Maximilian of Bavaria
Battle of Pfaffenhofen
Maximilian III Joseph signs a preliminary peace with Austria continued after defeat in the Battle of Pfaffenhofen
Battle of Littleferry
The Jacobites are defeated at the Battle of Littleferry
Battle of Dego
Distinguishes himself at Dego in Italy
Battle of Dego
Massena fought at Dego as French forces continued separating the Austrian and Piedmontese armies in northern Italy.
Battle of Hegra Fortress
Holtermann leads the defence of Hegra Fortress against German attacks in central Norway.
Battle of Narvik
Leads 24th Guards Brigade in the Allied Narvik force.
Battle of Narvik
Commands British land forces sent against Narvik.