Japanese and U.S. carriers faced off against each other again in the battles of Midway , the Eastern Solomons , and the Santa Cruz Islands in 1942 , and the Philippine Sea in 1944 .

Japanese and U.S. carriers would fight again in the battles of Midway , the Eastern Solomons , and the Santa Cruz Islands in 1942 , and the Philippine Sea in 1944 .


The Carrier Strike Force with carriers `` Zuikaku '' and `` Shōkaku '' , two heavy cruisers , and six destroyers sortied from Truk on 1 May .

The Carrier Strike Force with carriers `` Zuikaku '' and `` Shōkaku '' , two heavy cruisers , and six destroyers left from Truk on 1 May .


Around 14:30 , Hara informed Takagi that only 24 Zeros , eight dive bombers , and four torpedo planes from the carriers were currently operational .

Around 14:30 , Hara informed Takagi that only 24 Zeros , eight dive bombers , and four torpedo planes from the carriers were working .


TF 17 then turned to head northwest towards Rossel Island in the Louisiades .

TF 17 then turned to head northwest towards Rossel Island .


By 14:20 , the aircraft were rearmed and ready to launch against the Port Moresby Invasion Force or Gotō 's cruisers .

By 14:20 , the aircraft ready to launch against the Port Moresby Invasion Force or Gotō 's cruisers .


Takagi , whose ships were still refueling , was not yet ready to engage in battle .

Takagi 's ships were still refueling , so he was not yet ready to battle .


Two hundred and sixteen of the carrier 's 2,951-man crew went down with the ship , along with 36 aircraft .

Two hundred and sixteen of the carrier 's 2,951-man crew sunk with the ship , along with 36 aircraft .


The strike force was commanded by Vice Admiral Takeo Takagi ( flag on cruiser ) with Rear Admiral Chūichi Hara , on `` Zuikaku '' , in tactical command of the carrier air forces .

The strike force was commanded by Vice Admiral Takeo Takagi ( flag on cruiser `` Myoko '' ) . Rear Admiral Chūichi Hara , on `` Zuikaku '' , commanded the carrier air forces .


At 11:27 , `` Yorktown '' was hit in the center of her flight deck by a single , semi-armor-piercing bomb which penetrated four decks before exploding , causing severe structural damage to an aviation storage room and killing or seriously wounding 66 men .

At 11:27 , `` Yorktown '' was hit in the center of her flight deck by a single 250 kg , semi-armor-piercing bomb which penetrated four decks before exploding , causing severe damage and killing or seriously wounding 66 men .


The Japanese believed that they sank two carriers in the Coral Sea , but this still left at least two more U.S. Navy carriers , `` Enterprise '' and `` Hornet '' , which could help defend Midway .

The Japanese thought that they sank two carriers in the Coral Sea , but this still left at least two more U.S. Navy carriers , `` Enterprise '' and `` Hornet '' , which could fight at Midway .


At 06:25 on 7 May , TF 17 was south of Rossel Island ( ) .

At 06:25 on 7 May , TF 17 was 115 nmi south of Rossel Island ( ) .


By 10:13 , the American strike of 93 aircraft -- 18 F4F Wildcats , 53 SBD dive bombers , and 22 TBD Devastator torpedo bombers -- was on its way .

By 10:13 , the American force of 93 aircraft -- 18 F4F Wildcats , 53 SBD dive bombers , and 22 TBD Devastator torpedo bombers were flying .


The Japanese attack on the American carriers on 8 May was better coordinated than the U.S. attack on the Japanese carriers .

The Japanese attack on the American carriers on 8 May was better organized than the U.S. attack on the Japanese carriers .


Coordination between the Allied land-based air forces and the U.S. Navy was poor during this battle , but this too would improve over time .

Coordination between the Allied land-based air forces and the U.S. Navy was poor during this battle .


By 20:00 , TF 17 and Takagi were about apart .

By 20:00 , TF 17 and Takagi were about 100 nmi apart .


Supporting the Tulagi force was the Covering Group with the light carrier , four heavy cruisers , and one destroyer , commanded by Rear Admiral Aritomo Gotō .

Supporting the Tulagi force was the light carrier `` Shōhō '' , four heavy cruisers , and one destroyer , commanded by Rear Admiral Aritomo Gotō .


About that same time , the dive bombers returned from their attack on `` Neosho '' and landed .

The dive bombers returned from their attack on `` Neosho '' and landed .


As the invasion convoy reversed course , it was bombed by eight U.S. Army B-17s , but was not damaged .

As the invasion convoy pulled back , it was bombed by eight U.S. Army B-17s , but was not damaged .


Both sides publicly claimed victory after the battle .

Both sides claimed victory after the battle .


Fuel was also a concern due to the loss of `` Neosho '' .

Fuel was also a problem due to the loss of `` Neosho '' .


Takahashi 's bombers damaged `` Lexington '' with two bomb hits and several near misses , causing fires which were contained by 12:33 .

Takahashi 's bombers damaged `` Lexington '' with two bomb hits , causing fires which were put out by 12:33 .


American B-17 bombers based in Australia and staging through Port Moresby attacked the approaching Port Moresby invasion forces , including Gotō 's warships , several times during the day on 6 May without success .

American B-17 bombers based in Australia attacked the Port Moresby invasion forces , including Gotō 's warships , several timeson 6 May without success .


Each side readied the rest of its carrier attack aircraft to launch immediately once the enemy was located .

Each side got its carrier attack aircraft ready to launch once the enemy was located .


TF 44 was a joint Australia -- U.S. warship force under MacArthur 's command , led by Australian Rear Admiral John Crace , made up of the cruisers , , and , along with three destroyers .

TF 44 was a joint Australia -- U.S. warship force under MacArthur 's command . It was led by Australian Rear Admiral John Crace .


The Japanese suffered much higher losses to their carrier aircrews , however , losing ninety aircrew killed in the battle compared with thirty-five for the Americans .

The Japanese had much higher losses to their carrier aircrews . They lost ninety aircrew killed in the battle compared with thirty-five for the Americans .


Japan began its land offensive towards Port Moresby along the Kokoda Track on 21 July from Buna and Gona .

Japan began its attack towards Port Moresby along the Kokoda Track on 21 July from Buna and Gona .


At 10:12 , however , Fletcher received a report from a flight of three United States Army B-17s of an aircraft carrier , ten transports , and 16 warships south of Nielsen 's sighting at .

At 10:12 , however , Fletcher received a report from three United States Army B-17s of an aircraft carrier , ten transports , and 16 warships .


The detachment of Crace 's warships reduced the anti-aircraft defenses for Fletcher 's carriers .

When Crace 's warships left , this reduced the anti-aircraft defenses for Fletcher 's carriers .


The skies over the American carriers were mostly clear , with visibility .

The skies over the American carriers were mostly clear .


Shima 's invasion force departed Rabaul on 30 April .

Shima 's invasion force left Rabaul on 30 April .


The resulting explosion killed 25 men and started a large fire .

Aboard `` Lexington '' , an explosion killed 25 men and started a large fire .


At the same time , Vice Admiral Shigeyoshi Inoue , commander of the IJN 's 4th Fleet ( also called the South Seas Force ) which consisted of most of the naval units in the South Pacific area , advocated the occupation of Tulagi in the southeastern Solomon Islands and Port Moresby in New Guinea , which would put northern Australia within range of Japanese land-based aircraft .

Vice Admiral Shigeyoshi Inoue , commander of the IJN 's 4th Fleet ( also called the South Seas Force ) had the idea of capturing Tulagi in the southeastern Solomon Islands and Port Moresby in New Guinea . This would put northern Australia within range of Japanese land-based aircraft .


Takagi 's Carrier Striking Force was refueling north of Tulagi when it received word of Fletcher 's strike on 4 May .

Takagi 's Carrier Striking Force was north of Tulagi when it learned of Fletcher 's strike on 4 May .


Only 203 of the carrier 's 834-man crew were recovered .

Only 203 of the carrier 's 834-man crew were rescued .


In March 1942 , the U.S. first noticed mention of the `` MO '' operation in intercepted messages .

In March 1942 , the U.S. first noticed the `` MO '' operation in messages .


Fletcher radioed MacArthur the approximate position of the Japanese carriers and suggested that he attack with his land-based bombers .

Fletcher radioed MacArthur the position of the Japanese carriers and suggested that he attack them with bombers .


En route to the Coral Sea , Takagi 's carriers were to deliver nine Zero fighter aircraft to Rabaul .


Of these , three more Zeros , four dive bombers , and five torpedo planes were judged damaged beyond repair and were immediately jettisoned into the ocean .

Three more Zeros , four dive bombers , and five torpedo planes were damaged beyond repair and were pushed into the ocean .


`` Yorktown `` s group consisted of six fighters , 24 dive bombers , and nine torpedo planes and was on its way by 09:15 .

`` Yorktown '' 's group consisted of six fighters , 24 dive bombers , and nine torpedo planes .


The Japanese attack began at 11:13 as the carriers , stationed apart , and their escorts opened fire with anti-aircraft guns .

The Japanese attack began at 11:13 as the carriers , stationed 3000 yd apart , fired with anti-aircraft guns .


`` Lexington `` s group of nine fighters , 15 dive bombers , and 12 torpedo planes was off at 09:25 .

`` Lexington '' 's group was made up of nine fighters , 15 dive bombers , and 12 torpedo planes .


On 4 May , from a position south of Guadalcanal ( ) , a total of 60 aircraft from TF 17 launched three consecutive strikes against Shima 's forces off Tulagi .

On 4 May , from a position 100 nmi south of Guadalcanal ( ) , 60 aircraft from TF 17 launched three attacks against Shima 's forces off Tulagi .


Because of the severe losses in carriers at Midway , however , the Japanese were unable to support another attempt to invade Port Moresby from the sea , forcing Japan to try to take Port Moresby by land .

Because of the losses in carriers at Midway , the Japanese were unable to invade Port Moresby from the sea . Japan tried to capture Port Moresby by land .


That evening , Crace detached `` Hobart '' , which was critically low on fuel , and the destroyer , which was having engine trouble , to proceed to Townsville .

That evening , Crace sent `` Hobart '' , which was low on fuel , and the destroyer `` Walke '' , which was having engine trouble , to Townsville .


On 6 May , Fletcher absorbed TF 11 and TF 44 into TF 17 .

On 6 May , Fletcher joined TF 11 and TF 44 into TF 17 .


Takagi now realized the American carriers were between him and the invasion convoy , placing the invasion forces in extreme danger .

Takagi now realized the American carriers were between him and the invasion forces .


The Japanese Port Moresby Invasion Force , commanded by Rear Admiral Kōsō Abe , included 11 transport ships carrying about 5,000 soldiers from the IJA 's South Seas Detachment plus approximately 500 troops from the 3rd Kure Special Naval Landing Force ( SNLF ) .

The Japanese Port Moresby Invasion Force , commanded by Rear Admiral Kōsō Abe , included 11 transport ships carrying about 5,000 soldiers from the IJA 's South Seas Detachment plus 500 more troops .


Shortly after the war began , Japan 's Naval General Staff recommended an invasion of Northern Australia to prevent Australia from being used as a base to threaten Japan 's perimeter defenses in the South Pacific .

Shortly after the war began , Japan 's Naval General Staff wanted to invade Northern Australia . The goal was to prevent Australia from being used as a base to threaten Japan 's defenses in the South Pacific .


Inoue directed Takagi to make sure he destroyed the U.S. carriers the next day , and postponed the Port Moresby landings to 12 May .

Inoue told Takagi to destroy the U.S. carriers the next day . He delayed the Port Moresby landings to 12 May .


Takagi and Hara considered that the conflicting reports might mean that the U.S. carrier forces were operating in two separate groups .

Takagi and Hara thought that the U.S. carrier forces might be operating in two groups .


A short time later , three U.S. Army B-17s mistakenly bombed Crace , but caused no damage .

A short time later , three U.S. Army B-17s bombed Crace by accident , but caused no damage .


`` Phelps '' and the other assisting warships left immediately to rejoin `` Yorktown '' and her escorts , which departed at 16:01 , and TF17 retired to the southwest .

`` Phelps '' and the other warships left to rejoin `` Yorktown '' , which departed at 16:01 , and TF17 moved to the southwest .


With her flight deck heavily damaged and 223 of her crew killed or wounded , `` Shōkaku '' was unable to conduct further aircraft operations .

With her flight deck heavily damaged and 223 of her crew killed or wounded , `` Shōkaku '' was unable to launch any more planes .


By the end of April the Americans were reading up to 85 % of the signals broadcast in the `` Ro '' code .

By the end of April the Americans were reading up to 85 % of the messages in code .


Tulagi was undefended : the small garrison of Australian commandos and a Royal Australian Air Force reconnaissance unit evacuated just before Shima 's arrival .

Tulagi was undefended . The small guard of Australian commandos and a Royal Australian Air Force group left before Shima 's arrival .


Without a hold in New Guinea , the subsequent Allied advance , arduous though it was , would have been more difficult .

Without in New Guinea , the Allied advance would have been more difficult .


The two forces were about away from each other .

The two forces were about 210 nmi away from each other .


The Japanese forces immediately began construction of a seaplane and communications base .

The Japanese forces built a seaplane and communications base .


`` Yorktown `` s aircraft surprised Shima 's ships and sank the destroyer `` Kikuzuki '' ( ) and three of the minesweepers , damaged four other ships , and destroyed four seaplanes which were supporting the landings .

`` Yorktown '' 's aircraft sank the destroyer `` Kikuzuki '' ( ) and three of the minesweepers , damaged four other ships , and destroyed four seaplanes .


To support these goals , during the first few months of 1942 , besides Malaya , Japanese forces attacked and successfully took control of the Philippines , Thailand , Singapore , the Netherlands East Indies , Wake Island , New Britain , the Gilbert Islands , and Guam while inflicting heavy losses on opposing Allied land , naval , and air forces .

In the first few months of 1942 , Japanese forces attacked and captured the Philippines , Thailand , Singapore , the Netherlands East Indies , Wake Island , New Britain , the Gilbert Islands , and Guam . They also destroyed a lot of Allied land , naval , and air forces .


MacArthur 's headquarters radioed Fletcher with reports of the attacks and the locations of the Japanese invasion forces .

MacArthur 's headquarters told Fletcher about the locations of the Japanese invasion forces .


At 08:16 on 5 May , TF 17 rendezvoused with TF 11 and TF 44 at a predetermined point south of Guadalcanal ( ) .

At 08:16 on 5 May , TF 17 met up with TF 11 and TF 44 south of Guadalcanal .


During late April , the Japanese submarines and reconnoitered the area where landings were planned .

During late April , the Japanese submarines `` RO-33 '' and `` RO-34 '' searched the area where landings were planned .


At 11:00 , `` Yorktown `` s air group attacked the burning and now almost stationary carrier , scoring with up to 11 more bombs and at least two torpedoes .

At 11:00 , `` Yorktown '' 's air group attacked the burning carrier with 11 more 1000 lb bombs and two torpedoes .


Heavily damaged and without power , `` Neosho '' was left drifting and slowly sinking ( ) .

Heavily damaged and without power , `` Neosho '' was sinking .


Gotō and Kajioka were told to assemble their ships south of Rossel Island for a night surface battle if the American ships came within range .

Gotō and Kajioka were told to place their ships south of Rossel Island for a night battle if the American ships got close enough .


Yamamoto 's decision meant Japanese naval forces were weakened just enough at both the Coral Sea and Midway battles to allow the Allies to defeat them in detail .

Japanese naval forces were weakened at both the Coral Sea and Midway battles , which allowed the Allies to defeat them .


Crace at 15:26 radioed Fletcher he could not complete his mission without air support .

Crace radioed Fletcher that he could not complete his mission without airplanes .


Taking the Japanese formation by surprise , the Wildcats shot down seven torpedo bombers and one dive bomber , and heavily damaged another torpedo bomber ( which later crashed ) , at a cost of three Wildcats lost .

The Wildcats shot down seven torpedo bombers and one dive bomber , and heavily damaged another torpedo bomber . Three Wildcats were lost .


The first clash between the rival fleets -- the Battle of Calabria -- took place on 9 July , just four weeks after the start of hostilities .

The first clash between the rival fleets , the Battle of Calabria , took place on 9 July 1940 , just four weeks after the start of hostilities .


In September 1943 , with the Italian collapse and the surrender of the Italian fleet , naval actions in the Mediterranean became restricted to operations against U-boats and by small craft in the Adriatic and Aegean seas .

In Sept 1943 with the Italian collapse and the surrender of Italian fleet , naval actions in Mediterranean became restricted to actions against U-boats and by small craft in the Adriatic and Aegean seas .


A series of hard fought convoy battles ( such as the Second Battle of Sirte in March , Operations `` Harpoon '' and `` Vigorous '' in June and Operation `` Pedestal '' in August ) , ensured Malta 's survival until the Allies regained the advantage in November 1942 .

A series of hard fought convoy battles ( Second Battle of Sirte in March , Operations Harpoon and Vigorous in June , and Operation Pedestal in August ) were victories for the Axis but ensured Malta 's survival , until the Allies regained the advantage in November 1942 .


But some Italian cruiser classes were rather deficient in armour and all Italian warships lacked radar although its lack was partly offset by Italian warships being equipped with good rangefinder and fire-control systems for daylight combat .

But some Italian cruiser classes were rather deficient in armour . All Italian warships lacked radar for most of the war , although the lack of radar was partly offset by the fact that Italian warships had good `` rangefinder '' and `` fire-control '' systems .


Following the battle of Crete in the summer of 1941 , the Royal Navy regained its ascendancy in the central Mediterranean in a series of successful convoy attacks , ( including the `` Duisburg '' convoy and Cap Bon ) , until the events surrounding the First Battle of Sirte and the Raid on Alexandria in December swung the balance of power towards the Axis .

Following the battle of Crete in the summer of 1941 , the Royal Navy got the better of things in the central Mediterranean in a series of successful convoy attacks , ( such as the `` Duisburg '' convoy and the Battle of Cape Bon ) until the events around the First Battle of Sirte and the Raid on Alexandria in December swung the balance of power in the Axis favour .


Fiebig himself was shot down and spent five days as a Dutch prisoner of war .

Fiebig was shot down and spent five days as a Dutch prisoner of war .


The earlier general German advance later caused the main line to be abandoned for over two miles to the north because the troops there feared an attack from behind .

The earlier German advance later caused the main line to be abandoned for over two miles to the north because the troops there feared an attack from behind .


On the morning of 14 May the commander of the Royal Dutch Navy , Vice-Admiral Johannes Furstner , had left the country to continue the fight ; Dutch naval vessels were generally not included in the surrender .

On the morning of 14 May the commander of the Royal Dutch Navy , Vice-Admiral Johannes Furstner , left the country to continue the fight . Dutch naval vessels were generally not included in the surrender .


`` Kampfgeschwader 54 '' , using Heinkel He 111 bombers , was therefore shifted from Sixth to Eighteenth Army .

`` Kampfgeschwader 54 '' , using Heinkel He 111 bombers , was shifted from Sixth to Eighteenth Army .


Therefore the Belgians decided to withdraw , in the event of an invasion , all their troops to their main defence line , the Albert Canal .

Therefore the Belgians decided to withdraw , in an invasion , all their troops to their main defence line , the Albert Canal .


KG 4 lost 11 Heinkel He 111 bombers in total on 10 May and three Junkers Ju 88s ; KG 30 and 54 another nine bombers .

KG 4 lost 11 Heinkel He 111 bombers on 10 May and three Junkers Ju 88s ; KG 30 and 54 another nine bombers .


From September 1939 a more easterly Main Defence Line ( MDL ) was constructed .

From September 1939 a more easterly Main Defence Line ( MDL ) was built .


However , due to a lack of numbers , training , and heavy weapons the attacks failed against the well-trained SS troops .

Due to a lack of numbers , training , and heavy weapons , the attacks failed against the well-trained SS troops .


Middelburg , the province 's capital city , was heavily shelled by artillery , its inner city partially burning down .

Middelburg , the province 's capital city , was shelled by artillery , its inner city partially burning down .


On 13 May the Dutch troops were placed under French operational command and `` 68e Division d'Infanterie '' was transferred to the 7th Army .

On 13 May the Dutch troops were placed under French command and `` 68e Division d'Infanterie '' was transferred to the 7th Army .


This cut off the retreat of `` 27e Groupe de Reconnaissance de Division d'Infanterie '' , which was subsequently destroyed defending Bergen-op-Zoom .

This cut off the retreat of `` 27e Groupe de Reconnaissance de Division d'Infanterie '' , which was destroyed defending Bergen-op-Zoom .


After North-Beveland had surrendered on 18 May , Zeeuws-Vlaanderen was the last remaining unoccupied Dutch homeland territory .

After North-Beveland had surrendered on 18 May , Zeeuws-Vlaanderen was the last remaining unoccupied Dutch territory .


In Rotterdam and around The Hague again little was done against the paratroopers .

In Rotterdam and around The Hague little was done against the paratroopers .


The defence of Zeeuws-Vlaanderen , the Dutch part of Flanders , was largely left to the Allies .

The defence of Zeeuws-Vlaanderen , the Dutch part of Flanders , was left to the Allies .


However , Scharroo did not receive the message until 10:30 .


A swift defeat would also free troops for other front sectors .

A swift defeat would also free troops for other sectors .


The first wave of Junkers suffered no losses and the transports continued to land .

The first group of Junkers suffered no losses and the transports continued to land .


The Dutch forces in the province comprised eight full battalions of army and naval troops .

The Dutch forces in the province had eight full battalions of army and naval troops .


Another forty operational aircraft served with the marine air service along with about an equal number of reserve and training craft .

Another forty aircraft were the marine air service along with about an equal number of reserve and training craft .


Flieger-Division '' , consisted of paratroopers ; the second , the 22nd `` Luftlande-Infanteriedivision '' , of airborne infantry .

Flieger-Division '' , was paratroopers ; the second , the 22nd `` Luftlande-Infanteriedivision '' , of airborne infantry .


However , the landing strip was still under construction and the ground water level had not yet been lowered : planes landing there sank away in the soft soil .

However , the landing strip was still being built and the water level had not yet been lowered : planes landing there sank in the soft soil .


Dutch anti-aircraft batteries shot down numerous Ju 52 transport planes of the Luftwaffe 's `` Transportgruppen '' .

Dutch anti-aircraft batteries shot down numerous Ju 52 transport planes .


Moreover , the eastern bank of the canal was higher than the western bank , providing excellent cover for the attackers .

The eastern bank of the canal was higher than the western bank , providing excellent cover for the attackers .


At its western end was the longer Zanddijk Position , occupied by three battalions .

At its western end was the Zanddijk Position , occupied by three battalions .


The main exception was the Gennep railway bridge .

The exception was the Gennep railway bridge .


It had been Feldt 's intention to first destroy the position by a battery of siege mortars , but the train transporting it had been blocked on 10 May by a blown railway bridge at Winschoten .

It had been Feldt 's intention to destroy the position by mortars , but the train transporting it had been blocked on 10 May by a blown railway bridge at Winschoten .


German tanks might quickly pass through Rotterdam ; Winkelman had already ordered all available antitank-guns to be placed in a perimeter around The Hague , to protect the seat of government .

German tanks might quickly pass through Rotterdam ; Winkelman had already ordered all antitank-guns to be placed around The Hague , to protect the government .


Still this added only 1 division to the equation .

Still this added only 11⁄3 division to the equation .


Oster was a leading figure of the German resistance from 1938 to 1943 , and was one of those hanged after the 20 July 1944 bomb plot to assassinate Hitler .

Oster was a leader of the German resistance from 1938 to 1943 , and was one of those hanged after the 20 July 1944 bomb plot to kill Hitler .


After the generally failed assaults on the bridges , the German divisions began crossing attempts over the rivers IJssel and Maas .

After the failed assaults on the bridges , the German divisions began crossing over the rivers IJssel and Maas .


The paratroopers were unable to capture the main airfield at Ypenburg in time for the airborne infantry to land safely in their Junkers .

The paratroopers did not capture the main airfield at Ypenburg in time for the airborne infantry to land in their Junkers .


The new prime minister answered that he simply did not have any reserves ; however , three British torpedo boats were sent to Lake IJssel .

The new prime minister said he did not have any reserves ; however , three British torpedo boats were sent to Lake IJssel .


It contained only four regular infantry divisions ( the 207th , 227th , 254th and 256th Infantry Divisions ) , assisted by three reserve divisions ( 208th , 225th , and 526th Infantry Divisions ) that would not take part in the fighting .

It contained only four regular infantry divisions ( the 207th , 227th , 254th and 256th Infantry Divisions ) , assisted by three reserve divisions ( 208th , 225th , and 526th Infantry Divisions ) .


A second crossing at Erp , against opposition , led to a general collapse of the line .

A second crossing at Erp , led to a collapse of the line .


Eight ships and four unfinished hulks had already departed , some smaller vessels were sunk off , and nine others sailed for England in the evening of 14 May .

Eight ships had already departed , some smaller vessels were sunk , and nine others sailed for England in the evening of 14 May .


A wide gap had appeared in the defences .

A 8 km wide gap had appeared in the defences .


The Germans however , failed to capture the main bridge intact , forcing them to delay the crossing by the 4th Panzer Division until the next day .

The Germans did not capture the main bridge intact . This delayed the crossing by the 4th Panzer Division until the next day .


Total Dutch forces equalled 48 regiments of infantry as well as 22 infantry battalions for strategic border defence .

Total Dutch forces were 48 regiments of infantry as well as 22 infantry battalions for border defence .


These were reinforced by additional AA-guns , two tankettes and twelve of the 24 operational armoured cars .

These were given AA-guns , two tankettes and twelve of the 24 operational armoured cars .


Motorised elements of `` SS Standarte `` Der Fuehrer '' '' , preceding `` 207 . Infanteriedivision '' , had reached the southernmost part of the Grebbe Line , in front of the `` Grebbeberg '' , on the evening of the 10th .

Motorised elements of `` SS Standarte `` Der Fuehrer '' '' had reached the southernmost part of the Grebbe Line , in front of the `` Grebbeberg '' , on the evening of the 10th .


However , an immediate collapse of the Dutch defences might still be prevented if the planned counterattacks could seal off the southern front near Dordrecht and restore the eastern line at the Grebbeberg .

However , a collapse of the Dutch defences might still be prevented if attacks could seal off the southern front near Dordrecht and restore the eastern line at the Grebbeberg .


Of the remainder the air force school used three Fokker D.XXI , six Fokker D.XVII , a single Fokker G.I , a single Fokker T.V and seven Fokker C.V , along with several training airplanes .

The air force school used three Fokker D.XXI , six Fokker D.XVII , a single Fokker G.I , a single Fokker T-V and seven Fokker C.V , along with several training airplanes .


They were the only German armoured division having just two tank battalions , one understrength , in its single tank regiment ; the total number of tanks in the group was 141 .

They were the only German armoured division having just two tank battalions . the total number of tanks in the group was 141 .


As the German shelling had cut the telephone lines , no artillery support could be requested by the Dutch defenders .

As the German bombing had cut the telephone lines , no artillery could be requested by the Dutch defenders .


The Germans now demanded the capitulation of the island ; when this was refused they bombed Arnemuiden and Flushing .

The Germans now demanded the surrender of the island . When this was refused they bombed Arnemuiden and Flushing .


At about half past three in the morning of the 11th , German artillery started shelling the outposts , followed at dawn by an attack by two battalions of `` Der Fuehrer '' .

At about half past three in the morning of the 11th , German artillery started bombing the outposts . At dawn , two battalions of `` Der Fuehrer '' attacked .


Although both the 6th and 18th Army were deployed at the Dutch border , the first , much larger , force would move south of Venlo to Belgium , leaving just the 18th Army under General Georg von Küchler to defeat the Dutch main force .

Although both the 6th and 18th Army were in place at the Dutch border , the first , larger force would move south of Venlo to Belgium . This would leave just the 18th Army under General Georg von Küchler to attack the Dutch main force .


Led by `` Oberst '' ( Colonel ) Martin Fiebig , KG 4 hit the naval airfield at De Kooy , destroying 35 aircraft , most of them trainers .

Led by `` Oberst '' ( Colonel ) Martin Fiebig , KG 4 attacked the naval airfield at De Kooy , destroying 35 aircraft .


At Arnhem , `` Leibstandarte Der Fuehrer '' led the assault and that day advanced to the Grebbe Line , followed by `` 207 .

At Arnhem , `` Leibstandarte Der Fuehrer '' led the attack and advanced to the Grebbe Line , followed by `` 207 .


The withdrawal of the Peel Division from the Peel-Raam Position to the Zuid-Willemsvaart , a canal some to the west , meant leaving behind their well-entrenched positions and the little artillery available in exchange for a totally unprepared line .

The withdrawal of the Peel Division from the Peel-Raam Position to the Zuid-Willemsvaart , a canal to the west , meant leaving behind their trenches and artillery for a totally unprepared line .


An attempt in 1940 to procure Soviet armour captured by Finland failed .

An attempt in 1940 to get Soviet armour captured by Finland failed .


This army was later reinforced by the 1st Mechanised Light Division , an armoured division of the French Cavalry and a first class powerful unit .

This army was later reinforced by the 1st Mechanised Light Division , an armoured division of the French Cavalry .


In the version of 29 October it was proposed to limit the transgression to a line south of Venlo .

In the version of 29 October it was proposed to limit the invasion to a line south of Venlo .


Schmidt ordered red flares to be fired to signal that the bombardment was to be broken off , but only the squadron making the bomb run from the southwest abandoned its attack , after their first three planes had dropped their bombs .

Schmidt ordered red flares to be fired to signal that the bombing was to be stopped , but only the squadron from the southwest stopped its attack , after their first three planes had dropped their bombs .


The Dutch air force , which was not an independent arm of the Dutch armed forces , but part of the Army , on 10 May operated a fleet of 155 aircraft : 28 Fokker G. 1 twin-engine destroyers ; 31 Fokker D.XXI and seven Fokker D.XVII fighters ; ten twin-engined Fokker T.V , fifteen Fokker C.X and 35 Fokker C.V light bombers , twelve Douglas DB-8 dive bombers ( used as fighters ) and seventeen Koolhoven FK-51 reconnaissance aircraft -- thus 74 of the 155 aircraft were biplanes .

The Dutch air force had 155 aircraft : 28 Fokker G. 1 twin-engine destroyers ; 31 Fokker D.XXI and seven Fokker D.XVII fighters ; ten twin-engined Fokker T.V , fifteen Fokker C.X and 35 Fokker C.V light bombers , twelve Douglas DB-8 dive bombers ( used as fighters ) and seventeen Koolhoven FK-51 reconnaissance aircraft . 74 of the 155 aircraft were biplanes .


The German occupation officially began on 17 May 1940 .

The German occupation began on 17 May 1940 .


Because the German 6th Army was threatening its right flank and there was no time to prepare a defence line , Gamelin ordered the 7th Army to withdraw its left flank .

Because the German 6th Army was threatening its right side and there was no time to prepare a defence line , Gamelin ordered the 7th Army to withdraw its left side .


`` Jagdgeschwader 26 '' ( JG 26 ) and `` Zerstörergeschwader 26 '' ( ZG 26 ) shot down 25 Dutch aircraft in aerial combat for a loss of nine fighters , with Albert Kesselring 's `` Luftflotte 2 '' in total claiming 41 .

`` Jagdgeschwader 26 '' ( JG 26 ) and `` Zerstörergeschwader 26 '' ( ZG 26 ) shot down 25 Dutch aircraft for a loss of nine fighters , with Albert Kesselring 's `` Luftflotte 2 '' destroying 41 .


In confused street fighting the German troops were successful in blocking the battalion ; the other Dutch units then halted their advance around noon .

In the street fighting the German troops blocked the battalion . The other Dutch units then halted their advance around noon .


Though the Germans did not follow up their attack , this area too was abandoned by the Dutch troops .

Though the Germans did not make another attack , this area was abandoned by the Dutch troops .


Three Dutch merchant ships , escorted by British warships , transferred government bullion and diamond stocks to the United Kingdom .

Three Dutch merchant ships , escorted by British warships , transferred government gold and diamonds to the United Kingdom .


He ordered a night counterattack by the single reserve battalion of 4th Division .

He ordered a night attack by the single reserve battalion of 4th Division .


Though it was thus on 17 January 1940 decided to conquer the whole of the Netherlands , few units could be made available for this task .

On 17 January 1940 they decided to conquer all of the Netherlands . However , few units were available for this task .


The airborne troops would on the first day attempt to secure the airfields around the Dutch seat of government , The Hague , and then capture that government , together with the Dutch High Command and Queen Wilhelmina .

The airborne troops would capture the airfields around The Hague , and then capture that government , together with the Dutch High Command and Queen Wilhelmina .


As both efforts were unlikely to succeed , the mass of regular divisions was reinforced by the `` SS-Verfügungsdivision '' ( including `` SS-Standarten '' `` Der Führer '' , `` Deutschland '' and `` Germania '' ) and `` Leibstandarte Adolf Hitler '' , which would serve as assault infantry to breach the Dutch fortified positions .

As both efforts were unlikely to do well , the regular divisions were reinforced by the `` SS-Verfügungsdivision '' ( including `` SS-Standarten '' `` Der Führer '' , `` Deutschland '' and `` Germania '' ) and `` Leibstandarte Adolf Hitler '' . These would attack the Dutch fortified positions .


First of all he wanted to eliminate the German airborne troops .

First of all he wanted to kill the German airborne troops .


As the French refused to advance further to the northeast than Tilburg , apart from some reconnoitering armoured cars that went as far as Berlicum , this created a dangerous gap .

The French refused to advance further to the northeast than Tilburg , apart from some armoured cars that went as far as Berlicum .


After three French GRDIs had arrived on 10 May , motorised units that would subsequently depart for North Brabant , from 11 May the area was reinforced by two French infantry divisions : the `` 60e Division d'Infanterie '' , a B-class division , and the newly formed naval `` 68e Division d'Infanterie '' .

After on 10 May three French motorised units went to North Brabant . From 11 May the area was reinforced by two French infantry divisions : the `` 60e Division d'Infanterie '' , a B-class division , and the newly formed naval `` 68e Division d'Infanterie '' .


Together with the two divisions in Zealand , seven French divisions were dedicated to the operation .

Together with the two divisions in Zealand , seven French divisions were to be used .


Kavalleriedivision '' had reached the line Meppel -- Groningen , delayed by logistical problems and Dutch demolition teams blowing up 236 bridges .

Kavalleriedivision '' had reached the line Meppel -- Groningen . They were delayed by Dutch teams blowing up 236 bridges .


A naval division and an infantry division were earmarked to depart for Zealand to block the Western Scheldt against a German crossing .

A naval division and an infantry division were set to go to Zealand to block the Western Scheldt against a German crossing .


Shortly after noon the German armoured cars had penetrated thirty kilometres more to the west and made contact with the southern Moerdijk bridgehead , cutting off the Fortress Holland from the Allied main force ; at 16:45 they had reached the bridges themselves .

Shortly after noon the German armoured cars got thirty kilometres more to the west , cutting off the Fortress Holland from the Allied main force . At 16:45 they had reached the bridges .


Here an infantry battalion was stationed , but so close to the airfield that the paratroopers landed near its positions .

Here an infantry battalion was close to the airfield . The paratroopers landed near them .


The Battle of the Netherlands ( ) was part of Case Yellow ( ) , the German invasion of the Low Countries ( Belgium , Luxembourg , and the Netherlands ) and France during World War II .

) was part of the German invasion of the Low Countries ( Belgium , Luxembourg , and the Netherlands ) and France during World War II .


The previous evening , the Queen 's only child and heir presumptive Princess Juliana , together with her husband Prince Bernhard and their children , had departed from IJmuiden on HMS `` Codrington '' for Harwich .

The previous evening , the Queen 's only child and Princess Juliana , together with her husband and their children , had departed from IJmuiden on `` HMS Codrington '' for Harwich .


One of them , Colonel Hans Oster , an `` Abwehr '' ( German military intelligence ) officer , began in March 1939 to pass along information to his friend , the Dutch military attaché in Berlin Major Gijsbertus J. Sas .

One of them was Colonel Hans Oster , a German intelligence officer . In March 1939 he began to pass information to his friend , a Dutch military officer in Berlin Major Gijsbertus J. Sas .


Large sums ( almost 900 million guilders ) were spent on defence .

Large amounts of money ( almost 900 million guilders ) were spent on defence .


The ensuing fires destroyed about 24,000 houses , making almost 80,000 inhabitants homeless .

The fires destroyed about 24,000 houses , making almost 80,000 people homeless .


In addition to the Dutch Army and the German 18th Army , a third force , not all that much smaller than either , would operate on Dutch soil : the French 7th Army .

In addition to the Dutch Army and the German 18th Army , a third force would operate on Dutch soil : the French 7th Army .


Early in the afternoon they were dispersed by fire from three Dutch artillery batteries .

Early in the afternoon they fired on by three Dutch artillery batteries .


However , the German batteries were forced to move away after being surprised by counterfire from the 15 cm .

However , the German batteries were forced to move away after being fired on from the 15 cm .


At around 06:00 the last operational medium bomber , a Fokker T. V , dropped two bombs on the bridge ; one hit a bridge pillar but failed to explode ; the bomber was shot down .

At around 06:00 the last medium bomber , a Fokker T. V , dropped two bombs on the bridge . The one bomb that hit the bridge did not explode .


In the late evening it was decided to execute a flank attack from the north the next day .

In the late evening it was decided to attack from the north the next day .


However , heavy preparatory Dutch artillery fire had the unintended effect of causing the Germans to abandon their plans for a night attack .

However , heavy Dutch artillery fire caused the Germans to abandon their plans for a night attack .


Long before the Germans did , the French had contemplated using airborne troops to achieve speedy attacks .

Long before the Germans did , the French had thought of using airborne troops to do speedy attacks .


However , two of the four battalions available were inefficiently deployed in a failed effort to recapture the suburbs of Dordrecht ; when the other two battalions approached the main road , they were met head on by a few dozen German tanks .

However , two of the four battalions could not recapture the suburbs of Dordrecht . When the other two battalions approached the main road , they were met by a few dozen German tanks .


After having cleared the Island of Dordrecht of enemy troops the division was to advance into IJsselmonde over the Dordrecht bridge in order to reach Rotterdam .

After killing German troops on the Island of Dordrecht the division was to advance into IJsselmonde over the Dordrecht bridge to reach Rotterdam .


Six of these divisions were `` Third Wave '' units only raised in August 1939 from territorial `` Landwehr '' units .

Six of these divisions were units created in August 1939 from territorial `` Landwehr '' units .


However , both the French and the Germans saw the possibility of a surprise flanking attack .

Both the French and the Germans saw the possibility of a surprise attack .


Infanterieregiment '' was pounded by concentrated Dutch artillery fire and had to withdraw , resulting in a complete failure of the attack by `` 227 Infanteriedivision '' .

Infanterieregiment '' was hit by Dutch artillery fire and had to withdraw . This led to the failure of the attack by `` 227 Infanteriedivision '' .


In the East the Germans tried to overcome the resistance in the Grebbe Line by also deploying the other division of X. AK , `` 227 .

In the East the Germans tried to attack the Grebbe Line by using the other division of X. AK , `` 227 .


Kavalleriedivision '' , Major General Kurt Feldt , faced the unenviable task of having to advance over the Enclosure Dike because of a lack of ships .

Kavalleriedivision '' , Major General Kurt Feldt , had to go over the Enclosure Dike because of a lack of ships .


At 05:00 on 15 May a German messenger reached The Hague , inviting Winkelman to Rijsoord for a meeting with von Küchler to negotiate the articles of a written capitulation document .

At 05:00 on 15 May a German messenger reached The Hague , inviting Winkelman to Rijsoord for a meeting with von Küchler to make a written surrender .


The corps joined `` Brigade G '' , six battalions already occupying the Waal-Linge line , and was thus brought up to strength again .

The corps joined `` Brigade G '' , six battalions already occupying the Waal-Linge line .


By the end of the 11th , the Germans had crossed the Zuid-Willemsvaart at most places and the Peel Division had largely disintegrated .

By the end of the 11th , the Germans had crossed the Zuid-Willemsvaart at most places and the Peel Division had fallen apart .


All higher-level army units were informed at 16:50 by Telex of his decision and ordered to first destroy their weapons and then offer their surrender to the nearest German units .

All army units were informed at 16:50 by of his decision and ordered to destroy their weapons and surrender to the nearest German units .


The armoured division was under orders to link up with the airborne troops as soon as the Peel-Raam Position had been breached by the infantry forces .

The armoured division was told to join with the airborne troops as soon as the Peel-Raam Position had been captured by the infantry forces .


Most of these attempts failed and the bridges were blown , on two occasions with `` Brandenburgers '' and all .

Most of these attempts failed and the bridges were blown up .


Soon this resulted in a general withdrawal of the brigade , which turned into a rout when the Grebbeberg area was after 13:30 bombed by 27 Ju 87 Stukas .

Soon this resulted in a withdrawal of the brigade . The Dutch lost when the Grebbeberg area was bombed by 27 Ju 87 Stukas .


On orders of the French , all Dutch troops were withdrawn on 19 May to Ostend in Belgium , as their presence would be demoralising and confusing their own forces .

On orders of the French , all Dutch troops were withdrawn on 19 May to Ostend in Belgium .


Fears for such a landing had caused Winkelman on 12 May to order the occupation of an improvised `` Amsterdam Position '' along the North Sea Canal , but only weak forces were available .

Winkelman on 12 May ordered the defence of an `` Amsterdam Position '' along the North Sea Canal , but only weak forces were available .


Earlier during the day , two attempts were made by Dutch battalions to carry out an attack against the western flank of the German perimeter .

Earlier during the day , two attempts were made by Dutch battalions to attack the western side of the German line .


The commander of the main Dutch naval port of Den Helder , Rear-Admiral Hoyte Jolles , concluded that his base , with a naval garrison of 10,000 , its own air service , and extensive land defences , should continue to resist also .

The commander of the main Dutch naval port of Den Helder , Rear-Admiral Hoyte Jolles , decided that his base , with 10,000 troops , its own air service , and land defences , should continue to fight .


The planned counterattack by the Light Division against the airborne troops on IJsselmonde failed .

The attack by the Light Division against the airborne troops on IJsselmonde failed .


Nevertheless it was also deemed essential that Queen Wilhelmina was to be brought to safety ; she departed around noon from Hoek van Holland , where a British Irish Guards battalion was present , on HMS `` Hereward '' , a British destroyer , and when sea mines made it too dangerous to try to reach Zealand , she went to England .

Queen Wilhelmina was brought to safety ; she departed around noon from Hoek van Holland , where a British `` Irish Guards '' battalion was present , on `` HMS Hereward '' , a British destroyer , and went to England .


Most Dutch troops had been evacuated from the north over the Enclosure Dike .

Most Dutch troops had been evacuated from the north .


A tank company also tried to capture the old inner city of Dordrecht without infantry support , audaciously breaching barricades , but was ordered to retreat after heavy street fighting in which at least two Panzerkampfwagen IIs were destroyed and three tanks heavily damaged .

A tank company also tried to capture the Dordrecht , but it was ordered to retreat after heavy street fighting . in At least two Panzerkampfwagen IIs were destroyed and three tanks heavily damaged .


When in the evening of 9 May Oster again phoned his friend saying just `` Tomorrow , at dawn '' , the Dutch troops were put on alert .

When in the evening of 9 May Oster phoned his friend saying the attack would be soon , the Dutch troops were put on alert .


Although the Royal Netherlands Navy intervened -- the torpedo boats `` Z5 '' and `` TM 51 '' attacked the `` Willemsbrug '' and later the destroyer HNLMS `` Van Galen '' sailed up the Nieuwe Waterweg to bombard the airfield at short range -- this only resulted in the `` Van Galen '' foundering after being bombed .

The Royal Netherlands Navy 's torpedo boats `` Z5 '' and `` TM 51 '' attacked the `` Willemsbrug '' . The destroyer HNLMS `` Van Galen '' sailed up the Nieuwe Waterweg to bomb the airfield , but the ship got bombed .


During the many changes in the operational plans for `` Fall Gelb '' the idea of leaving the Fortress Holland alone , just as the Dutch hoped for , was at times considered .

During the plans for `` Fall Gelb '' the idea of leaving the Fortress Holland alone was considered .


After heated discussions it was decided to leave also : the ministers sailed at 19:20 from Hoek van Holland on HMS `` Windsor '' to form a government in exile in London , having conferred all governmental authority over the homeland to Winkelman .

After many discussions it was decided to leave also : the ministers sailed at 19:20 from Hoek van Holland on `` HMS Windsor '' to form a government in exile in London .


At the same time the military airfield of Waalhaven , positioned south of the city on the island of IJsselmonde , was attacked by airborne forces .

At the same time the military airfield of Waalhaven was attacked by airborne forces .


In 1808 the German Heinrich von Kleist 's play `` Die Hermannsschlacht '' aroused anti-Napoleonic sentiment , even though it could not be performed under occupation .

In 1808 , the German author Heinrich von Kleist 's play `` Die Hermannsschlacht '' aroused anti-Napoleonic sentiment , even though it could not be performed under French occupation .


The battle abruptly ended the period of triumphant Roman expansion that followed the end of the Civil Wars 40 years earlier .

The battle ended the period of triumphant Roman expansion that had followed the end of the Civil Wars 40 years earlier .


Edward Shepherd Creasy writes that `` This was represented to Varus as an occasion which required his prompt attendance at the spot ; but he was kept in studied ignorance of its being part of a concerted national rising ; and he still looked on Arminius as his submissive vassal ... '' .

... This was represented to Varus as an occasion which required his prompt attendance at the spot ; but he was kept in studied ignorance of its being part of a concerted national rising ; and he still looked on Arminius as his submissive vassal ... '' Edward Shepherd Creasy Recent archaeological finds place the battle at Kalkriese Hill in Osnabrück County , Lower Saxony .


On 29 June 2012 EA revealed that the game has sold 15 million copies .

On 29 June 2012 , EA revealed that the game has sold 15 million copies .


Battlefield 3 is a first-person shooter video game developed by EA Digital Illusions CE and published by Electronic Arts .

Battlefield 3 ( BF3 ) is a first-person shooter video game . It was made by EA Digital Illusions CE and it was published by Electronic Arts .


Unlike the previous games in the `` Battlefield '' series , `` Hardline '' focuses on crime , heist and policing elements instead of military warfare .

Unlike the earlier games in the `` Battlefield '' series , `` Hardline '' is about crime , heist and police force , instead of military warfare .


It took place on July 20 , 2014 at the Tampa Bay Times Forum , now known as Amalie Arena , in Tampa , Florida .

It took place on July 20 , 2014 at the Tampa Bay Times Forum in Tampa , Florida .


The Battles of Lexington and Concord were the first military engagements of the American Revolutionary War .

The Battles of Lexington and Concord were the first battles of the American Revolutionary War .


Its north edge is to the Wetar Strait ; it also borders the districts of Lautém to the east , Viqueque to the south , and Manatuto to the west .

Its north edge is to the Wetar Strait , opposite the island of Wetar ; it also borders the districts of Lautém to the east , Viqueque to the south , and Manatuto to the west .


Bauhaus were an English gothic rock band , formed in Northampton , England in 1978 .

Bauhaus were an English gothic rock band formed in Northampton in 1978 .


The group consisted of Peter Murphy ( vocals , occasional instruments ) , Daniel Ash ( guitar ) , Kevin Haskins ( drums ) and David J ( bass ) .

The group was of Peter Murphy ( vocals ) , Daniel Ash ( guitar ) , Kevin Haskins ( drums ) and David J ( bass ) .


Bauhaus is best known for their gloomy sound and dark image . Generally considered the first gothic rock group , musically the band was also quite diverse .

With their dark and gloomy sound and image , Bauhaus are generally known the first gothic rock group .


Bautzen I is still used as a prison , and Bautzen II has served as a memorial since 1993 .

Bautzen I is still used as a prison , and Bautzen II has been a memorial since 1993 .


Bautzen is often regarded as the unofficial , but historical capital of Upper Lusatia , and it is the most important cultural centre of the Sorbs , a Slavic people .

Bautzen is historical capital of Upper Lusatia , and it is the most important cultural centre of the Sorbs , a Slavic minority .


Together with the Christian Social Union it can be seen as an heir to the Bavarian People 's Party which existed prior to World War II .

Together with the Christian Social Union of Bavaria it can be seen as an heir to the `` Bavarian People 's Party '' which existed prior to World War II .


The Bavaria Party ( , BP ) is a political party in the state of Bavaria .

( BP ) is a political party in the state of Bavaria of southern Germany .


While opera performances were also held in the Prinzregententheater ( completed in 1901 ) , the company 's home base is the National Theatre Munich on Max-Joseph-Platz .

While opera performances are held in the Prinzregententheater ( completed in 1901 ) , the company 's home base is the National Theatre Munich on Max-Joseph-Platz .


The Bavarian State Opera ( German : ) is an opera company based in Munich , Germany .

The Bavarian State Opera ( in German : Bayerische Staatsoper ) is an opera company based in Munich , Germany .


Since 1998 Zubin Mehta served as music director of the Bavarian State Opera and Bavarian State Orchestra .

Since 1998 the conductor Zubin Mehta was music director of the Bavarian State Opera and Bavarian State Orchestra .


He was succeeded by Kent Nagano in 2006 .

He was followed in 2006 by Kent Nagano .


Bay Minette is a city in Baldwin County , Alabama .

Bay Minette is a city in Baldwin County , Alabama , United States .


Like several other upper Gulf Coast cities , Bay Saint Louis was devastated by Hurricane Katrina in August 2005 ( see details below ) .

Like several other upper Gulf Coast cities , Bay Saint Louis was devastated by Hurricane Katrina in August 2005 .


Bay St. Louis , Mississippi Bay Saint Louis is a city that is the county seat of Hancock County , Mississippi .

Bay St. Louis , Mississippi Bay Saint Louis is a city in Hancock County , Mississippi .


Informal variants of such networks were first used by legal scholar John Henry Wigmore , in the form of Wigmore charts , to analyse trial evidence in 1913 . Another variant , called path diagrams , was developed by the geneticist Sewall Wright and used in social and behavioral sciences ( mostly with linear parametric models ) .

Informal variants of such networks were first used by legal scholar John Henry Wigmore , in the form of Wigmore charts , to analyse trial evidence in 1913 . :66 -76 Another variant , called path diagrams , was developed by the geneticist Sewall Wright and used in social and behavioral sciences ( mostly with linear parametric models ) .


Baylor University is a private Baptist university in Waco , Texas .

Baylor University is a private Baptist university in Waco , Texas , United States .


Bayn Johnson ( born November 4 , 1958 ) is a retired American actress , electric guitarist and singer .

Bayn Johnson ( born in November 4 , 1958 ) is an American former actress , electric guitarist , and singer .


The bridge was designed by master bridge-builder Othmar Ammann and the architect Cass Gilbert .

It was designed by bridge-builder Othmar Ammann and architect Cass Gilbert .


Bayonvillers is a commune in the Somme department in Picardie in northern France .

Bayonvillers is a commune . It is in the region Picardie in the Somme department in the north of France .


Bayou La Batre ( or ) is a town in Mobile County , Alabama , United States .

Bayou La Batre ( pronounced is a city in Mobile County , Alabama , United States .


Bayraklı was turned into a district by a decree of the Government of Turkey on March 6 , 2008 .

Bayraklı was turned into a district by a decree of the Government of Turkey on 6 March 2008 .


On 1 September 2008 , Wolfgang Wagner 's daughters , Eva Wagner-Pasquier and Katharina Wagner , were named by Bavaria 's culture minister , Thomas Goppel , to take over the Festival .

On 1 September 2008 , Wolfgang Wagner 's daughters , Eva Wagner-Pasquier and Katharina Wagner , were named by Bavaria 's culture minister to take over the Festival .


Two-thirds of the town of Bayreuth was destroyed by Allied bombing in the final days of World War II , though the theatre itself was undamaged .

A lot of Bayreuth was destroyed by bombing in the last days of World War II , though the theatre itself was undamaged .


Be Here is the fourth studio album by New Zealand-born Australian country singer Keith Urban .

Be Here is the forth studio album by New Zealand-born Australian country music singer Keith Urban .


She appeared in a wide variety of television work , which included a starring role in the 1960s television series `` Petticoat Junction '' and `` Green Acres '' as Shady Rest Hotel owner Kate Bradley , supporting roles as Blanche Morton in `` The George Burns and Gracie Allen Show '' and as the original voice of Betty Rubble during the first four seasons of `` The Flintstones '' , and in `` The Beverly Hillbillies '' as Pearl Bodine .

She appeared in many television shows , which included a starring role in the 1960s television series `` Petticoat Junction '' and `` Green Acres '' as Shady Rest Hotel owner Kate Bradley . She also appeared in supporting roles as Blanche Morton in `` The George Burns and Gracie Allen Show '' and as the original voice of Betty Rubble during the first four seasons of `` The Flintstones '' , and in `` The Beverly Hillbillies '' as Pearl Bodine .


Beatrice `` Bea '' Benaderet ( April 4 , 1906 -- October 13 , 1968 ) was an American actress born in New York City and reared in San Francisco , California .

Beatrice `` Bea '' Benaderet ( April 4 , 1906 -- October 13 , 1968 ) was an American actress . She was born in New York City and raised in San Francisco , California .


Wain had four No. 1 hits : `` Cry , Baby , Cry '' , `` Deep Purple '' , `` Heart and Soul '' , and her signature song , `` My Reverie '' .

Wain had four No. 1 hits : `` Cry , Baby , Cry '' , `` Deep Purple '' , `` Heart and Soul '' and her signature song , `` My Reverie '' .


She led the vocal group Bea and the Bachelors ( with Al Rinker , Ken Lane , and John Smedberg ) and the V8 ( seven boys and a girl ) on the Fred Waring show .

She led the vocal group `` Bea and the Bachelors '' ( with Al Rinker , Ken Lane , and John Smedberg ) and the V8 ( seven boys and a girl ) on the Fred Waring show .


A beach is a landform along the coast of an ocean , sea , lake or river .

A beach is a landform along the coast of an ocean , sea , lake , or river .


The BEB was abolished in November 1963 .

The BEB was abolished in November of 1963 .


The Board had seven members and a large staff .

The Board had seven members and a staff .


In 1963 , certain of the BEB 's functions were transferred to the newly created Coastal Engineering Research Center , while others were transferred to the Board of Engineers for Rivers and Harbors .

In 1963 , certain of the BEB 's functions were transferred to the newly-created Coastal Engineering Research Center , while others were transferred to the Board of Engineers for Rivers and Harbors .


The band released a short film , `` Forever Still '' , on February 4 , 2013 .

The band released a short film called `` Forever Still '' on February 4 , 2013 .


The Beach of La Concha ( , ) is a beach in the `` Bay of La Concha '' ( Shell , in Spanish , due to its shape ) in San Sebastián ( Basque Country ) .

) is a beach in the `` Bay of La Concha '' ( Shell Bay , in Spanish , named for its shape ) in San Sebastián , Basque Country .


Beams are characterized by their profile ( shape of cross-section ) , their length , and their material .

Beams are characterized by their [ profile ] ( their shape ) , their length , and their material .


Beamish , the North of England Open Air Museum is an open-air museum located at Beamish , near the town of Stanley , County Durham , England .

Beamish , The North of England Open Air Museum is an open air museum . It is at Beamish , near the town of Stanley , County Durham England .


Overlaying Pascal 's triangle onto the pins shows the number of different paths that can be taken to get to each bin .

Overlaying Pascal 's triangle onto the pins shows the number of different paths that can be taken to get to each pin .


A large-scale working model of this device can be seen at the Museum of Science , Boston in the `` Mathematica '' exhibit ( currently closed ) .

A large-scale working model of this device can be seen at the Museum of Science , Boston .


The bean machine , also known as the quincunx or Galton box , is a device invented by Sir Francis Galton to demonstrate the central limit theorem , in particular that the normal distribution is approximate to the binomial distribution .

The bean machine , also known as the quincunx or Galton box , is a machine invented by Sir Francis Galton to demonstrate the law of error and the normal distribution .


Edward Michael `` Bear '' Grylls ( born 7 June 1974 ) is a British adventurer , writer and television presenter .

Edward `` Bear '' Grylls ( born 7 June 1974 ) is a British Adventurer .


It lies within the town of Salisbury , Connecticut , in the United States , and is the highest mountain `` summit '' in the state of Connecticut .

It is in the town of Salisbury , Connecticut , in the United States . It is the highest mountain `` summit '' in the state of Connecticut .


The highest `` point '' in the state , however , is located on the south slope of Mount Frissell to the west at .

The highest `` point '' in the state is on the south slope of Mount Frissell .


The bear is featured on many totems throughout northern cultures that carve them .

The bear is also featured on many totems throughout northern cultures that carve them .


Adults tend not to dive very deep , favoring shallow coastal areas no more than deep .

Adults tend not to dive very deep . They like shallow coastal areas no more than 300 m deep .


Pups up to one year old , however , will venture much deeper , diving as deep as . Reproduction and lifecycle .

Pups up to one year old will venture much deeper , diving as deep as 450 m. Reproduction and Lifecycle .


The bearded vulture ( `` Gypaetus barbatus '' ) , also known as the lammergeier or ossifrage , is a bird of prey and the only member of the genus `` Gypaetus '' .

The bearded vulture ( `` Gypaetus barbatus '' ) , also known as the lammergeier or lammergeyer , is a bird of prey . It is the only member of the genus Gypaetus .


The bearded vulture eats mainly carrion and lives and breeds on crags in high mountains in southern Europe , the Caucasus , Africa , the Indian subcontinent , and Tibet , laying one or two eggs in mid-winter that hatch at the beginning of spring .

It eats mainly carrion and lives and breeds on crags in high mountains in southern Europe , the Caucasus , Africa , the Indian subcontinent , and Tibet . The females lay one or two eggs in mid-winter that hatch at the beginning of spring .


Bearden is a city in Ouachita County , Arkansas , United States .

Bearden is a city of Ouachita County in the state of Arkansas , United States .


Beat Happening is an American indie pop band formed in Olympia , Washington in 1982 .

Beat Happening is an American indie pop band from Olympia , Washington .


Beata Maria Helena Tyszkiewiczówna-Kalenicka ( born 14 August 1938 , Wilanów , Poland ) is a Polish actress .

Beata Maria Helena Tyszkiewiczówna-Kalenicka ( born 14 August 1938 ) is a Polish actress .


Beatrice Gladys `` Bea '' Lillie ( May 29 , 1894 -- January 20 , 1989 ) was a Canadian-born British actress , singer and comedic performer .

Beatrice Gladys `` Bea '' Lillie ( May 29 , 1894 -- January 20 , 1989 ) was an actress and comedic performer .


She also won the group 's Burton Benjamin Memorial Award for Lifetime Achievement in 2008 .

In 2008 , she also won the group 's Burton Benjamin Memorial Award for Lifetime Achievement .


The award citation stated that `` in a country where the law is used as a weapon against independent journalists , Mtetwa has defended journalists and argued for press freedom , all at great personal risk . ''

The award citation said that `` in a country where the law is used as a weapon against independent journalists , Mtetwa has defended journalists and argued for press freedom , all at great personal risk . ''


Mtetwa also won the 2010 International Human Rights award of the American Bar Association .

Mtetwa won the 2010 International Human Rights award of the American Bar Association .


In 2009 , the European Bar Human Rights Institute awarded her the Ludovic-Trarieux International Human Rights Prize ( `` The award given by lawyers to a lawyer '' ) , reserved each year to a lawyer who throughout his or her career has illustrated , by activity or suffering , the defence of human rights in the world .

In 2009 , the European Bar Human Rights Institute gave her the Ludovic-Trarieux International Human Rights Prize ( `` The award given by lawyers to a lawyer '' ) . That award is given each year to a lawyer who , throughout his or her career , has illustrated , by activity or suffering , the defence of human rights in the world .


`` The New York Times '' described her in 2008 as `` Zimbabwe 's top human rights lawyer '' .

In 2008 , `` The New York Times '' said she was `` Zimbabwe 's top human rights lawyer '' .


In 2005 , she won the International Press Freedom Award of the Committee to Protect Journalists .

In 2005 , Mtetwa won the International Press Freedom Award of the Committee to Protect Journalists .


In 2011 , she was awarded the Inamori Ethics Prize by Case Western Reserve University in the US .

In 2011 , she received the Inamori Ethics Prize from Case Western Reserve University in the US .


In 1983 , she moved to Zimbabwe , where she continued working as a prosecutor until 1989 .

In 1983 , she moved to Zimbabwe . There she worked as a prosecutor until 1989 .


Mtetwa was also received several awards from legal organizations .

Mtetwa received several awards from legal organizations .


In 2014 she was a recipient of the International Women of Courage Award .

In 2014 , she received the International Women of Courage Award .


In a PBS documentary , Mtetwa described her motives for her activism as `` not because there is any glory or cash to it and not because I 'm trying to antagonize the government ... I 'm doing it because it 's a job that 's got to be done '' .

In a PBS documentary , Mtetwa said the reason for her activism is `` not because there is any glory or cash to it and not because I 'm trying to antagonize the government ... I 'm doing it because it 's a job that 's got to be done '' .


Though unable to speak for two days after the attack , she returned on the third day with a folder of medical evidence in order to file charges against the police officers who assaulted her .

For two days after the attack , she could not speak . On the third day , she returned with a folder of medical evidence , and she filed charges against the police officers .


, located in Nova Scotia , Canada , was the first university to celebrate Mtetwa 's many achievements by presenting her with an honorary degree in 2013 .

St. Francis Xavier University in Nova Scotia , Canada , was the first university to celebrate Mtetwa 's many achievements . They gave her an honorary degree in 2013 .


Alice Beatrice Roberts ( March 7 , 1905 -- July 24 , 1970 ) was an American film actress .

Alice Beatrice Roberts ( March 7 , 1905 -- July 24 , 1970 ) was an American actress whose career lasted for 40 years .


Beatrice Rosen , ( born November 29 , 1984 ) also credited as Béatrice Rosen and Béatrice Rosenblatt , is an American-born French actress .

Beatrice Rosen also credited as Béatrice Rosen and Béatrice Rosenblatt ( born November 29 , 1984 ) is a French actress .


Beatrice Whitney Straight ( August 2 , 1914 -- April 7 , 2001 ) was an American theatre , film and television actress .

Beatrice Straight ( August 2 , 1914 -- April 7 , 2001 ) was an American actress .


Princess Beatrix is the eldest daughter of Queen Juliana and her husband , Prince Bernhard of Lippe-Biesterfeld .


He had two children with his wife Hallie : a daughter , Natalie , and a son , Hunter .

He and his wife , Hallie , had two children : a daughter , Natalie , and a son , Hunter .


His mother and his younger sister , Naomi Christina Biden , were killed in an automobile accident in 1972 , in which he and his brother Hunter were seriously injured .

In 1972 , his mother and younger sister , Naomi Christina Biden , were killed in an car accident , in which Beau and his brother Hunter were badly injured .


Bridges married Julie Landfield in 1964 and the two divorced in 1984 .

Bridges was married to Julie Landfield from 1964 until they divorced in 1984 .


Then he was married to Wendy Treece since 1984 .


Usually Brummell 's gambling obligations , as `` debts of honour '' , were always paid immediately .

Usually , Brummell 's gambling debts , as `` debts of honour '' , were always paid immediately .


Beaufort County is a county located in the U.S. state of North Carolina .

Beaufort County is a county in the U.S. state of North Carolina .


Beaufort County is a member of the Mid-East Commission regional council of governments .

Government . Beaufort County is part of the Mid-East Commission .


The coasts are low , with the maximum elevations between .

The coasts are low , with the maximum elevations between 250 and .


A few larger ones lie west of the Mackenzie River , such as Herschel Island ( off the shore , area ) and Barter Island ( from the coast , area ) .

A few larger ones are west of the Mackenzie River , such as Herschel Island ( 4 km off the shore , and Barter Island ( 0.3 km from the coast .


Beaufort-Blavincourt is a commune in the Pas-de-Calais department in the Nord-Pas-de-Calais region in northern France .

Beaufort-Blavincourt is a commune . It is found in the region Nord-Pas-de-Calais in the Pas-de-Calais department in the north of France .


Beaulencourt is a commune in the Pas-de-Calais department in the Nord-Pas-de-Calais region in northern France .

Beaulencourt is a commune . It is found in the region Nord-Pas-de-Calais in the Pas-de-Calais department in the north of France .


Beaumetz-lès-Aire is a commune in the Pas-de-Calais department in the Nord-Pas-de-Calais region in northern France .

Beaumetz-lès-Aire is a commune . It is found in the region Nord-Pas-de-Calais in the Pas-de-Calais department in the north of France .


Beaupont is a commune in the Ain department in eastern France .

Beaupont is a commune . It is found in the Rhône-Alpes region in the Ain department in the east of France .


Beaupuy is a commune in the Gers department in southwestern France .

Beaupuy is a commune of the Gers department . It can be found in the southwestern part of France .


Beaupuy is a commune in the Haute-Garonne department in southwestern France .

Beaupuy is a commune in the Haute-Garonne department . It is found in the southwestern part of France .


Beaurains is a commune in the Pas-de-Calais department in the Nord-Pas-de-Calais region in northern France .

Beaurains is a commune . It is found in the region Nord-Pas-de-Calais in the Pas-de-Calais department in the north of France .


Beaurainville is a commune in the Pas-de-Calais department in the Nord-Pas-de-Calais region in northern France .

Beaurainville is a commune . It is found in the region Nord-Pas-de-Calais in the Pas-de-Calais department in the north of France .


Beauregard is a commune in the Ain department in eastern France .

Beauregard is a commune . It is found in the Rhône-Alpes region in the Ain department in the east of France .


Lull 'd by the moonlight have all passed away !

Lull 'd by the moonlight have all pass 'd away !


In 1934 , Saunders was granted Canada 's highest civilian award at the time , Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire or C.B.E. .

In 1934 , Saunders was given Canada 's highest civilian award at the time , Commander of the British Empire or C.B.E. .


A Beautiful Joe Heritage Society was formed in 1994 to preserve Joe 's legacy and ultimately establish the Moore residence as a museum .

A Beautiful Joe Heritage Society was formed in 1994 to preserve Joe 's legacy and establish a museum .


`` Beautiful Liar '' ( ) is a song recorded by American singer Beyoncé and Colombian singer Shakira .

`` Beautiful Liar '' is a song recorded by American R&B singer Beyoncé and Colombian singer Shakira .


Beauvois is a commune in the Pas-de-Calais department in the Nord-Pas-de-Calais region in northern France .

Beauvois is a commune in the Pas-de-Calais department in the Nord-Pas-de-Calais region of France .


Their final American concert was held at Tanglewood on August 21 , 2008 .

Their last American concert was held at Tanglewood on 21 August 2008 .


Their final concert was in Lucerne , Switzerland on September 6 , 2008 .

Their last concert was in Lucerne , Switzerland on 6 September 2008 .


The Beaux Arts Trio was a noted piano trio .

The Beaux Arts Trio was a famous piano trio .


Beaver County is a county located in the U.S. state of Oklahoma .

Beaver County is a county in the U.S. state of Oklahoma .


Beaver Lake is a man-made reservoir in the Ozark Mountains of Northwest Arkansas and is formed by a dam across the White River .

Beaver Lake is a man-made reservoir in the Ozark Mountains of Northwest Arkansas . It is formed by a dam across the White River .


Beaver Lake is the source of drinking water in Northwest Arkansas , which is managed , treated and sold by Beaver Water District .

Beaver Lake is the source of drinking water in Northwest Arkansas . It is managed , treated and sold by Beaver Water District .


Beaver Lake has some of natural shoreline .

Beaver Lake has some 487 mi of natural shoreline .


It was named in April 2007 after Bébinn , an early Irish mythology goddess of birth , who was renowned for her beauty .

It was named in April 2007 after Bébinn , an early Irish mythology goddess of birth , renowned for her beauty .


Bebhionn is about 6 kilometres in diameter and orbits Saturn at an average distance of 16,898 Mm in 820.130 days at an inclination of 41 ° to the ecliptic ( 18 ° to Saturn 's equator ) and with an eccentricity of 0.333 .

Bebhionn is about 6 kilometres in diameter , and orbits Saturn at an average distance of 16,898,000 km in 820.130 days , at an inclination of 41 ° to the ecliptic ( 18 ° to Saturn 's equator ) , and with an eccentricity of 0.333 .


`` Bebo '' is a social networking website launched in 2005 .


`` Because We Want To '' is a song performed by British pop singer Billie .

`` Because We Want To '' is a pop song performed by British singer Billie .


The song was written by Wendy Page , Jim Marr , D. Rambo and J. Richmond , and produced by Page and Marr for Billie 's debut album `` Honey to the B '' ( 1998 ) .

The song was written by Wendy Page , Jim Marr , D. Rambo and J. Richmond , and produced by Page and Marr for Billie 's first album `` Honey to the B '' ( 1998 ) .


Bechet is a town in Dolj County , Oltenia , Romania , on the river Danube , opposite the Bulgarian city of Oryahovo .

Bechet is a town in Dolj County , Oltenia , Romania . It is on the river Danube .


Beck , Bogert & Appice is the eponymous debut album by the '70s band Beck , Bogert & Appice .

Beck , Bogert & Appice is the first album by the '70s band Beck , Bogert & Appice .


Beckenham is a post town and district of London in the London Borough of Bromley , England .

Beckenham is a suburb of London , in the London Borough of Bromley .


Beckenried is a municipality in the canton of Nidwalden in Switzerland .

Beckenried is a municipality of the canton of Nidwalden in Switzerland .


Beckton is the eastern terminus of the Beckton branch of the Docklands Light Railway ( DLR ) in the Docklands area of east London .

Beckton DLR station is the eastern terminus of the Beckton branch of the Docklands Light Railway ( DLR ) in the Docklands area of east London .


The station is located by the north quay of the Royal Albert Dock ( though no foot access is possible ) .

The station is located by the north quay ( wharf ) of the Royal Albert Dock ( though no foot access is possible ) .


Rebbeca Marie Gomez ( born March 2 , 1997 ) , better known by her stage name Becky G , is an American singer , songwriter and rapper .

Rebbeca Marie Gomez ( born March 2 , 1997 ) , better known by her stage name Becky G , is a Mexican-American singer , songwriter and rapper .


In 2014 , Gomez had her first Billboard Hot 100 entry , with `` Shower '' , peaking at No. 16 .

In 2014 , Gomez had her first Billboard Hot 100 entry , with `` Shower '' , peaking at 16 .


She first began to gain recognition in 2011 , after she posted several videos of herself performing remixes of popular songs on to YouTube .

She became popular in 2011 , after she posted several videos of herself performing remixes of popular songs on to YouTube .


In a quarry , a bedding is a term used for a structure occurring in granite and similar massive rocks that allows them to split in well-defined planes horizontally or parallel to the land surface .

In a quarry , bedding is a term used for a structure occurring in granite and similar rocks which allows them to split in well-defined planes horizontally or parallel to the land surface .


In geotechnical engineering a bedding plane often forms a discontinuity that may have a large influence on the mechanical behaviour ( strength , deformation , etc. ) of soil and rock masses in , for example , tunnel , foundation , or slope construction .

In geotechnical engineering a bedding plane often forms a discontinuity that may have a large influence on the mechanical behaviour ( strength , deformation ) of soil and rock masses . This is important in , for example , tunnel , foundation , or slope construction .


In geology a bed is the smallest division of a geologic formation or stratigraphic rock series marked by well-defined divisional planes ( bedding planes ) separating it from layers above and below .

In geology a bed is the smallest division of rock or deposit . It is a geologic formation or stratigraphic rock series marked by well-defined divisional planes ( bedding planes ) separating it from layers above and below .


The term is generally applied to sedimentary strata , but may also be used for volcanic flows or ash layers .

The term is usually applied to sedimentary strata , but may also be used for volcanic flows or ash layers .


A bed is the smallest lithostratigraphic unit , usually ranging in thickness from a centimetre to several metres and distinguishable from beds above and below it .

A bed is the smallest lithostratigraphic unit . It ranges in thickness from a centimetre to several metres .


Beds can be differentiated in various ways , including rock or mineral type and particle size .

It can be distinguished from beds above and below it by rock or mineral type and particle size .


Bed bugs have been known human parasites for thousands of years .

Bed bugs have been known to human for thousands years .


Bedano is a municipality in the district of Lugano in the canton of Ticino in Switzerland .

Bedano is a municipality of the district of Lugano in the canton of Ticino in Switzerland .


Bedfield is a village and civil parish in the Mid Suffolk district of Suffolk , England .

Bedfield is a village and civil parish in Mid Suffolk , Suffolk , England .


Every two years , an event called the `` Bedford River Festival '' is held near the river in Bedford during early July .

Every two years , an event called Bedford River Festival is held near the river in Bedford during early July .


Bedford Blues are currently in the second tier of English rugby , but have previously been in the top division .

Bedford Blues are now in the second tier of English rugby , although they have previously been in the top division .


It is within the Greater Boston area , north-west of the city of Boston .

It is in the Greater Boston area , 15 mi north-west of the city of Boston .


Bedford is a suburban city located in northeast Tarrant County , Texas , in the `` Mid-Cities '' area between Dallas and Fort Worth .

Bedford , Texas is a suburban city in northeast Tarrant County , Texas , in the `` Mid-Cities '' area between Dallas and Fort Worth .


The highest elevation point is on Dunstable Downs in the Chilterns .

The highest elevation point is 243 m ( 797 ft ) on Dunstable Downs in the Chilterns .


Bedigliora is a municipality in the district of Lugano in the canton of Ticino in Switzerland .

Bedigliora is a municipality of the district of Lugano in the canton of Ticino in Switzerland .


Bedingfield is a village and civil parish in the Mid Suffolk district of Suffolk , England .

Bedingfield is a village and civil parish in Mid Suffolk , Suffolk , England .


Sir Lucan is his brother ; Sir Griflet is his cousin .

Sir Lucan is his brother . Sir Griflet is his cousin .


The castle scenes were shot on location at Corfe Castle , Dorset , England .

The castle scenes were shot on location at Corfe Castle , Dorset , England , UK .


Bedretto is a municipality in the district of Leventina in the canton of Ticino in Switzerland .

Bedretto is a municipality of the district of Leventina in the canton of Ticino in Switzerland .


It is parody of `` Under the Bridge '' and `` Give It Away '' , both by the Red Hot Chili Peppers and features the same funk rock musical style .

It is a parody of `` Under the Bridge '' and `` Give it Away '' by the Red Hot Chili Peppers .


A bedroom is a room of a house or an apartment where people sleep .

The bedroom is a room in a home where people sleep .


After a speech by the president of the organising committee , Crown Prince Constantine , his father officially opened the Games : `` I declare the opening of the first international Olympic Games in Athens .

After a speech by the president of the organizing committee , Crown Prince Constantine , his father officially opened the Games : `` I declare the opening of the first international Olympic Games in Athens .


Three Germans added individual titles : Hermann Weingärtner won the horizontal bar event , Alfred Flatow won the parallel bars ; and Carl Schuhmann , who also competed successfully in wrestling , won the vault .

Three Germans added individual titles : Hermann Weingärtner won the horizontal bar , Alfred Flatow won the parallel bars ; and Carl Schuhmann , who also competed successfully in wrestling , won the vault .


Held at a range at Kallithea , the shooting competition consisted of five events -- two using a rifle and three with the pistol .

Held at a range at Kallithea , the shooting competition was five events -- two using a rifle and three with the pistol .


In 1890 , Coubertin wrote an article in `` La Revue Athletique '' , which espoused the importance of Much Wenlock -- a rural market town in the English county of Shropshire .

In 1890 , Coubertin wrote an article in `` La Revue Athletique '' , which talked about the importance of Much Wenlock -- a rural market town in the English county of Shropshire .


Louis then led the medalists on a lap of honour around the stadium , while the Olympic Hymn was played again .

Louis then led the medalists on a lap of honor around the stadium , while the Olympic Hymn was played again .


According to his wish , the next Games were held in Paris , although they would be somewhat overshadowed by the concurrently held Universal Exposition .

According to his wish , the next Games were held in Paris , although they would be somewhat over-shadowed by the concurrently held Universal Exposition .


Although Greece had been favoured to win the discus and the shot put , the best Greek athletes finished just behind the American Robert Garrett in both events .

Although Greece had been favored to win the discus or the shotput , the best Greek athletes finished just behind the American Robert Garrett in both events .


In the 100 kilometres event , Masson entered as a pacemaker for his compatriot Léon Flameng .

In the 100 kilometers event , Masson entered as a pacemaker for his compatriot Léon Flameng .


On the morning of Sunday 12 April ( 3 April , according to Julian calendar then used in Greece ) King George the great organised a banquet for officials and athletes ( even though some competitions had not yet been held ) .

On the morning of Sunday April 12 , King George organized a banquet for officials and athletes ( even though some competitions had not yet been held ) .


Year 1897 ( MDCCCXCVII ) was a common year starting on Friday ( link will display the full calendar ) of the Gregorian calendar and a common year starting on Wednesday of the 12-day slower Julian calendar .

The year 1897 ( MDCCCXCVII ) was a common year starting on Friday on the Gregorian calendar .


Year 19 BC was either a common year starting on Thursday , Friday or Saturday or a leap year starting on Thursday or Friday ( link will display the full calendar ) of the Julian calendar ( the sources differ , see leap year error for further information ) and a common year starting on Wednesday of the Proleptic Julian calendar .

Year 19 BC was either a common year starting on Thursday , Friday or Saturday or a leap year starting on Thursday or Friday of the Julian calendar .


It was discovered by J. R. Hind on August 22 , 1852 and named after Fortuna , the Roman goddess of luck .

It was found by J. R. Hind on August 22 , 1852 and named after Fortuna , the Roman goddess of luck .


Stellar occultations by Fortuna have been observed several times .

Stellar occultations by Fortuna have been seen several times .


The Hubble Space Telescope observed Fortuna in 1993 .

The Hubble Space Telescope saw Fortuna in 1993 .


Satellites were searched for but none were detected .

Moons were searched for but none were detected .


Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates designed the building , which is the 77th tallest in Chicago .

Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates designed the building . It is the 77th tallest in Chicago .


It was constructed from 2000 to 2002 and has 37 floors , 14 elevators , and 68,184 m ² of floor space .

It was constructed from 2000 to 2002 . It has 37 floors , 14 elevators , and 68,184 m ² of floor space .


The 1910 Atlantic hurricane season was the period during the summer and fall of 1910 in which tropical cyclones formed in the North Atlantic Ocean .

The 1910 Atlantic hurricane season was the period of 1910 when tropical storms formed . It happened during the summer and the first half of fall in 1910 .


The winner this year was the International Football Club .

The winner this year was the `` International Football Club '' .


Toronto won the NHL playoff and then won the Stanley Cup by defeating the PCHA 's Vancouver Millionaires three games to two in a best-of-five series . League business .

Toronto won the NHL playoff and then won the Stanley Cup by defeating the PCHA 's Vancouver Millionaires three games to two in a best-of-five series League business .


The Wanderers then lost the next three games and owner Lichtenhein threatened to withdraw from the league unless he could get some players .

The Wanderers then lost the next three games and owner Lichtenhein threatened to withdraw from the league unless he could get some other players .


Although they could have acquired Joe Malone in the draft , they turned to the PCHA and signed goaltender Hap Holmes .

Although they could have acquired Joe Malone , who led the NHL in scoring , in the draft , they turned to the PCHA and signed goaltender Hap Holmes .


The Wanderers loaned Holmes to the Seattle Metropolitans of the PCHA , but he eventually found his way back to the NHL when Seattle loaned him to Toronto .

The Wanderers loaned Holmes to the Seattle Metropolitans of the PCHA , but he eventually came back to the NHL when Seattle loaned him to Toronto .


The last active player from the inaugural season was Reg Noble , who retired following the 1933 Stanley Cup playoffs .

The last player from the this season who played was Reg Noble , who retired following the 1933 Stanley Cup playoffs .


A league meeting was planned to deal with the situation , but on January 2 , 1918 , the matter was resolved when the Montreal Arena burned down , leaving the Canadiens and Wanderers homeless .

A league meeting was planned to deal with the Wanderers , but on January 2 , 1918 , the it was fixed when the Montreal Arena burned down , leaving the Canadiens and Wanderers without a place to play .


In 2003 , the city of Duluth erected a memorial to the murdered men .

In 2003 , the city of Duluth erected a memorial to the murdered workers .


The killings shocked the country , particularly for their occurrence in the northern United States , although four earlier lynchings had occurred in Minnesota .

The killings shocked the country , particularly because they had occurred in the northern United States , Four lynchings had occurred in Minnesota before that time .


The 1920 Duluth lynchings occurred on June 15 , 1920 , when three African American circus workers were attacked and lynched by a mob in Duluth , Minnesota .

The 1920 Duluth lynchings occurred when a mob attacked and lynched three black circus workers in Duluth , Minnesota .


The 1932 Winter Olympics , officially known as the III Olympic Winter Games , were a winter multi-sport event in the United States , held in Lake Placid , New York .

The 1932 Winter Olympics , officially known as the III Olympic Winter Games , were held in 1932 in Lake Placid , New York , United States .


Australia , Bulgaria , Greece , Liechtenstein , Spain , and Turkey all made their Winter Olympic debut in Garmisch-Partenkirchen , and Estonia , Latvia , Luxembourg , the Netherlands , and Yugoslavia all returned to the Games after having missed the 1932 Winter Olympics .

Australia , Bulgaria , Greece , Liechtenstein , Spain , and Turkey all made their Winter Olympic debut in Garmisch-Partenkirchen , and Estonia , Latvia , the Netherlands , and Yugoslavia all returned to the Games after having missed the 1932 Winter Olympics .


A number of new questions were asked including where people were 5 years before , highest educational grade achieved , and information about wages .

A number of new questions were asked . These included where people were 5 years before , highest level of education , and information about wages .


A total of 59 nations sent athletes to compete at the London Games .


The following Formula One races , which did not count towards the World Championship of Drivers , were also held in 1950 .

Other Formula One races , which did not count towards the World Championship , also held in 1950 .


South Korea , Liechtenstein , and Turkey competed in 1948 but did not participate in the 1952 Games .

Korea , Liechtenstein , and Turkey did not participate in 1952 , after having competed in 1948 .


Chaos was discovered in 1998 by the Deep Ecliptic Survey with Kitt Peak 's 4 m telescope .

Chaos was found in 1998 by the Deep Ecliptic Survey , with Kitt Peak 's 4 m telescope .


The bee hummingbird , zunzuncito or Helena hummingbird ( `` Mellisuga helenae '' ) is a species of hummingbird .

The bee hummingbird or `` zunzuncito '' ( `` Mellisuga helenae '' ) is a species of hummingbird .


Most of the species in the family are monogamous , and both parents care for the young , sometimes with the assistance of other birds in the colony , a behavior considered unusual for birds .

Most of the species in the family are monogamous , and both parents care for the young , sometimes with the assistance of other birds in the colony , a behaviour rather unusual for birds .


Before eating its meal , a bee-eater removes the stinger by repeatedly hitting and rubbing the insect on a hard surface .

Before eating its meal , a bee-eater removes the sting by repeatedly hitting and rubbing the insect on a hard surface .


Notably , the birds only catch prey that are on the wing and ignore flying insects once they land .

The birds only catch prey which is flying : they ignore flying insects once they land .


The bee-eaters are a group of near-passerine birds in the family Meropidae .

The bee-eaters are a group of land birds in the family Meropidae .


The southern beeches ( `` Nothofagus '' genus ) previously thought closely related to beeches , are now treated as members of a separate family , Nothofagaceae .

The southern beeches Nothofagus previously thought closely related to beeches , are now treated as members of a separate family , Nothofagaceae .


The beech blight aphid ( `` Grylloprociphilus imbricator '' ) is a common pest of American beech trees .

The beech blight aphid ( Grylloprociphilus imbricator ) is a common pest of beech trees .


They are found in Australia , New Zealand , New Guinea , New Caledonia , Argentina and Chile ( principally Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego ) .

They are found in Australia , New Zealand , New Guinea , New Caledonia , Argentina and Chile ( mostly on the southern tip in Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego ) .


The small flowers are unisexual , the female flowers borne in pairs , the male flowers wind-pollinating catkins . They are produced in spring shortly after the new leaves appear .

The flowers are small and single-sex ( monoecious ) , the female flowers are carried in pairs , the male flowers are wind-pollinating catkins , produced in spring shortly after the new leaves appear .


Beech grows on a wide range of soil types , acidic or basic , provided they are not waterlogged .

Beech grows on a wide range of soil types , acid or basic , provided they are not wet for long periods .


Beef cattle are cattle raised for meat production ( as distinguished from dairy cattle , used for milk production ) .

Beef cattle are cattle raised for meat production ( as distinguished from dairy cattle ) .


The meat of adult cattle is known as beef .


Some have found that `` city bees '' are actually healthier than `` rural bees '' because there are fewer pesticides and greater biodiversity .

Urban beekeeping is a growing trend , and some have found that `` city bees '' are actually healthier than `` rural bees '' because there are fewer pesticides and greater biodiversity .


Beekman is a town in Dutchess County , New York , United States .

Beekman is a community in Dutchess County , New York , United States .


Beersel ( ) is a municipality located in the Belgian province of Flemish Brabant .

Beersel is a municipality in the Belgian province of Flemish Brabant .


These include camouflage , mimicry , toxicity , and active defense .

These include camouflage , mimicry , toxicity , and active defence .


Beetown is a town in Grant County , Wisconsin , United States .

Beetown is a town of Grant County in the state of Wisconsin in the United States .


It is part of Chamber Taluka and is located in the south of the district to the south-east of the district capital Tando Allahyar at 25 ° 25 ' 35N 68 ° 50 ' 20E .

It is part of Chamber Taluka . It is in the south of the district to the southeast of the district capital Tando Allahyar at 25 ° 25 ' 35N 68 ° 50 ' 20E .


Some shelters also offer business cards with information on the shelter 's location and services , which can be given in lieu of cash .

Some shelters also offer business cards with information on the shelter 's location and services , which can be given instead of cash .


Begijnendijk ( ) is a municipality located in the Belgian province of Flemish Brabant .

Begijnendijk is a municipality in the Belgian province of Flemish Brabant .


Beginners is a 2010 American romantic comedy-drama film written and directed by Mike Mills .

Beginners is a 2010 American romantic-comedy-drama movie directed by Mike Mills .


Begonia is a genus of perennial flowering plants in the family Begoniaceae .

Begonia is a genus of perennial flowering plants .


The Begonias are native to moist subtropical and tropical climates .

Begonias are found in moist subtropical and tropical climates .


The only other genus in the family , `` Hillebrandia '' , is endemic to the Hawaiian Islands and has a single species .

The only other genus in the family , `` Hillebrandia '' , is endemic to the Hawaiian Islands and has only one species .