June 1939

June 3rd, 1939

Preperations Fall Weiß: The German Army conducts large-scale military exercises in East Prussia, simulating an invasion of Poland. These exercises include tank manoeuvres, rapid troop deployments, and urban warfare drills.

Great Britain and France talk about Germany. The British and French governments discuss potential economic sanctions against Germany.

France prepares for War: France reinforces its Maginot Line defences, preparing for possible German aggression.

Second Sino-Japanese War: Japanese forces carry out extensive bombing raids on Chongqing, causing heavy civilian casualties. The Nationalist Chinese government continues its defensive strategy, relocating key industries to interior provinces to maintain war production.

June 4th, 1939

Preperations Fall Weiß: Germany issues new orders for the Wehrmacht to accelerate logistical preparations for an eventual conflict. Troops are stationed closer to the Polish border, and additional supply depots are established. Nazi propaganda continues to escalate, with German newspapers reporting fabricated stories of Polish aggression against ethnic Germans.

Poland prepares for War: The Polish High Command orders an increase in border patrols, concerned about reports of German infiltration attempts. Polish reservists are quietly mobilised in certain regions in case of further escalation.

Second Sino-Japanese War: Japanese naval forces conduct fleet exercises in the South China Sea, testing amphibious landing strategies for possible future operations in Southeast Asia.

June 5th, 1939

Preperations Fall Weiß: German industrial production is further ramped up to support the war effort. The Luftwaffe tests newly developed aircraft in exercises near the Polish border, assessing their effectiveness in potential combat scenarios.

Great Britain and France prepare for War: British and French military planners review intelligence reports indicating the likelihood of a German invasion of Poland.

Great Britain supports Poland: Discussions begin regarding the acceleration of British military assistance to Poland.

Second Sino-Japanese War: Japanese ground forces advance into rural areas of Hunan province, encountering stiff resistance from Chinese guerrilla fighters. The Chinese military implements scorched earth tactics, destroying infrastructure to slow the Japanese advance.

June 6th, 1939

Preperations Fall Weiß: The German Kriegsmarine increases U-boat patrols in the Baltic Sea, conducting training exercises in preparation for naval warfare. Reports emerge that the German Navy is planning for operations against British and French maritime trade routes.

Soviet Union prepares for War: The Soviet Union deploys additional troops to its western frontier, monitoring developments in Germany and Poland. Stalin remains cautious, seeking to avoid direct confrontation while considering strategic advantages in Eastern Europe.

Great Britain prepares for War in the Far East: Tensions rise as Japanese forces move closer to British-controlled Hong Kong. The British colonial administration reinforces its defences, preparing for possible hostilities.

June 7th, 1939

Preperations Fall Weiß: Germany intensifies pressure on Poland, issuing further demands regarding territorial concessions. Hitler holds another meeting with OKW officials, instructing them to finalise invasion plans under the assumption that Britain and France will hesitate to intervene.

Poland prepares for War: The Polish government responds by refusing German demands, stating that Polish sovereignty will not be compromised. Polish diplomats engage with British and French officials, seeking further security guarantees.

Second Sino-Japanese War: Japanese bombers conduct fresh air raids on Chinese military positions, with heavy fighting reported near Wuhan.

June 8th, 1939

Preperations Fall Weiß: German intelligence operatives increase their activities within Poland, attempting to gather information on defensive positions and key military installations.

Poland prepares for War: The Polish Army initiates further defensive drills, preparing for possible border incursions.

France supports Poland: The French Government considers enacting emergency military measures should Germany move against Poland. French officials continue discussions with Britain regarding mutual military support.

Second Sino-Japanese War: Japanese ground forces launch a renewed offensive against Chinese troops defending Changsha, attempting to seize control of strategic supply lines.

June 9th, 1939

Preperations Fall Weiß: The Wehrmacht begins large-scale logistical movements of armoured and mechanised divisions towards the Polish border. German tank production continues at an accelerated pace in preparation for potential conflict.

Great Britain prepares for War: The British Royal Navy expands its fleet patrols in the North Atlantic, monitoring German U-boat movements and preparing for potential maritime hostilities.

June 10th, 1939

Preperations Fall Weiß: Germany intensifies its aerial reconnaissance over Poland, mapping out roads, river crossings, and defensive positions.

Poland prepares for War: Polish officials express growing concerns about an imminent German attack but maintain a defensive posture.

Second Sino-Japanese War: Japanese warplanes strike Nationalist positions along the Yangtze River, targeting key supply depots and transportation hubs.

June 11th, 1939

Preperations Fall Weiß: German military strategists finalise detailed invasion scenarios for Poland, refining Blitzkrieg tactics to achieve rapid territorial gains. Hitler expresses confidence that Britain and France will not intervene militarily.

Soviet Union negotiates with both sides: The Soviet Union, watching developments closely, continues discussions with both Germany and the Western Allies, weighing its strategic options.

June 12th, 1939

Poland warns Germany: The Polish government issues a formal diplomatic warning to Germany regarding border violations and demands a halt to German provocations. Germany dismisses these warnings, continuing its military build-up along the frontier.

The United States is Concerned about Europe: The United States increases its diplomatic engagement with European powers, expressing concern over rising tensions and calling for peaceful negotiations.

June 13th, 1939

Preperations Fall Weiß: German intelligence operatives continue to conduct surveillance along the Polish border, identifying weak points in Polish defences. The Luftwaffe intensifies training exercises, including precision bombing drills. German industries ramp up war production, focusing on tank and aircraft manufacturing. Hitler and his military advisors continue refining operational plans for a rapid conquest of Poland. German propaganda efforts continue to frame Poland as a belligerent nation,

Poland prepares for War: The Polish High Command orders an increase in border patrols, concerned about reports of German infiltration attempts. Polish reservists are quietly mobilised in certain regions in case of further escalation.

Second Sino-Japanese War: Chinese Nationalist forces launch a counterattack against Japanese positions in Guangxi Province, attempting to repel advancing forces and reclaim lost territory.

Second Sino-Japanese War: Japanese forces launch renewed offensives in central China, capturing key railway hubs to disrupt Chinese supply lines.

The United States is Concerned about Japan: The United States expresses concerns over Japanese expansion, closely monitoring

June 14th, 1939

Preperations Fall Weiß: Germany continues to mobilise troops along the Polish border, completing logistical arrangements for rapid deployment. German armoured units conduct night-time training exercises to refine their Blitzkrieg tactics. Hitler receives intelligence reports assessing Poland’s defensive capabilities, with German strategists confirming that Polish forces are stretched thin across multiple defensive lines.

Great Britain prepares for War: The Royal Air Force conducts additional patrols over the North Sea, monitoring German air movements.

Great Britain prepares for War: The British War Cabinet debates measures to accelerate the production of fighter aircraft.

Second Sino-Japanese War: Japanese forces advance deeper into Hunan province, encountering stiff resistance from Chinese Nationalist troops.

Second Sino-Japanese War: The Japanese Navy intensifies its blockade along the Chinese coastline, cutting off vital supply shipments.

June 15th, 1939

Preperations Fall Weiß: German propaganda outlets increase their anti-Polish rhetoric, accusing Poland of aggression against ethnic Germans. German intelligence operatives conduct reconnaissance missions in Polish border towns, gathering intelligence on defensive positions.

Soviet Union prepares for War: The Soviet Union strengthens its military presence along its western frontier, monitoring German troop movements. Stalin remains cautious, awaiting further developments in the German-Polish dispute.

Second Sino-Japanese War: Japanese forces in China launch heavy bombing raids on Nationalist-controlled railway lines, disrupting troop movements and supply chains.

June 16th, 1939

Preperations Fall Weiß: The Wehrmacht initiates final logistical preparations, transferring more fuel and munitions to frontline divisions. The German General Staff issues additional war directives, outlining potential responses to British and French military interventions.

June 17th, 1939

Poland refuses German demands: The Polish government reaffirms its refusal to cede territory to Germany, rejecting any diplomatic settlement that would involve territorial concessions.

Great Britain and France support Poland: Great Britain and France reaffirm their support for Poland, though concrete military commitments remain limited.

June 18th, 1939

Germany negotiates with Great Britain and France: Germany increases diplomatic efforts to deter British and French intervention in Poland.

Germany negotiates with Italy: Hitler’s advisors reassure the Italian government that Germany is prepared for war but seeks diplomatic solutions first.

Italy prepares for War in North Africa: Italy increases its military presence in Libya, preparing for potential Mediterranean conflicts.

June 19th, 1939

Preperations Fall Weiß: German military coordination drills involve combined arms operations between Panzer divisions, Luftwaffe support, and infantry assaults. The exercises emphasise rapid breakthroughs, encirclements, and disruption of enemy lines. The Wehrmacht refines its invasion timetable for Poland, ensuring coordination between air, land, and armoured units.

June 20th, 1939

Tensions rise in the Far East: Tensions rise as Japanese warships conduct live-fire naval exercises near the Philippines, prompting concerns in Washington and Manila.

Second Sino-Japanese War: Japanese forces press their advantage in China, capturing key military supply depots near Changsha and advancing along the Yangtze River. The United States monitors developments in Asia with increasing concern.

June 21st, 1939

Soviet Union Prepares for War: Soviet intelligence closely monitors Germany’s military build-up, with Stalin weighing the possibility of a German-Soviet agreement.

Soviet–Japanese Border Conflicts: Soviet and Japanese forces continue border skirmishes in Manchuria, prompting Stalin to reinforce Red Army positions near the Mongolian frontier.

June 22nd, 1939

Preperations Fall Weiß: The Luftwaffe receives additional reinforcements, increasing its stockpile of bombers and fighter aircraft.

Germany prepares for War: Germany expands war production as Hitler seeks to accelerate readiness for military action.

June 23rd, 1939

France prepares for War: The French government announces further defensive measures, strengthening border fortifications and preparing for potential German aggression.

June 24th, 1939

Japan prepares for War: The Japanese Imperial Navy increases its presence in the South China Sea, conducting large-scale fleet manoeuvres. The British Admiralty tracks these movements, concerned about potential threats to British holdings in the region.

June 25th, 1939

Poland prepares for War: Polish forces conduct additional war games in preparation for a possible German attack, testing defensive tactics along key rivers and urban areas.

June 26th, 1939

Preperations Fall Weiß: Germany enters the final phase of its war preparations. High command continues making refinements to invasion plans, seeking to ensure rapid conquests. Diplomatically, German leaders continue spreading misinformation to avoid triggering immediate British and French intervention.

Japan prepares for War: Japanese warships conduct live-fire naval exercises near the Philippines again, prompting concerns in Washington and Manila.

Second Sino-Japanese War: Japanese forces press their advantage in China, capturing key military supply depots near Changsha and advancing along the Yangtze River.

United States monitors Japan: The United States monitors developments in Asia with increasing concern.

June 27th, 1939

Soviet Union prpepares for War: Soviet intelligence closely monitors Germany’s military build-up, with Stalin still weighing the possibility of a German-Soviet agreement.

Soviet–Japanese Border Conflicts: The Japanese Army Air Force’s 2nd Air Brigade attacks the Soviet airbase at Tamsak-Bulak in Mongolia. Soviet and Japanese forces continue border skirmishes in Manchuria, prompting Stalin to reinforce Red Army positions near the Mongolian frontier.

June 28th, 1939

Germany prepares for War: Germany expands war production as Hitler seeks to accelerate readiness for military action. The Luftwaffe receives additional reinforcements, increasing its stockpile of bombers and fighter aircraft.

Poland prepares for War: Polish intelligence reports increased German troop movements along the border, confirming fears of an imminent conflict.

June 29th, 1939

France prepares for War: The French government announces further defensive measures, strengthening border fortifications and preparing for potential German aggression.

Great Britain prepares for War: The British Royal Navy increases patrols in the North Atlantic, keeping a close watch on Kriegsmarine movements.

June 30th, 1939

Poland prepares for War: The Polish military leadership meets to discuss final defensive strategies, preparing for a possible invasion by Germany.

Japan prepares for War: The Japanese Imperial Navy increases its presence in the South China Sea, still conducting large-scale fleet manoeuvres. The British Admiralty tracks these movements, with increased concerns about potential threats to British holdings in the region.