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WORLD WAR II Continued from Page 29 cluding the flagship, Wilhelm Heidkamp, killing flotilla commander, Kommodore Bonte, who was posthumously awarded the Knight’s Cross. Three other German ships were damaged and multiple cargo ships destroyed. As the British withdrew from the harbor, six German destroyers attacked them. In the ensuing battle, two British destroyers were sunk and one was damaged by a torpedo. The British Commander, Bernard Warburton-Lee, was killed in this engagement and was posthumously awarded the Victoria Cross for gallantry in the face of the enemy. Due to a lack of ammunition and fuel, the Germans did not pursue the retreating British destroyers. On their way out of the harbor, the British made contact with an enemy ammunition and oil supply ship. Without hesitation, it was sunk, depriving the Germans of its much needed cargo. The British pulled back, but not for very long. On April 13, a British task force, led by the battleship, HMS Warspite, entered the fjord for Narvik. Supported by nine destroyers and air cover
HOROSCOPE from the carrier HMS Furious, the British overwhelmed the German ships trapped in Narvik’s harbor. One after another, the German destroyers were either sunk or deliberately beached to avoid sinking. The last German ship, George Thiele, tried desperately to fight off five British destroyers. Badly damaged, it fired its last torpedo, hitting and blowing off the stern of the destroyer HMS Eskimo. The George Thiele beached itself, ending the naval battle. With no ships to man, the 2,600 surviving German sailors were incorporated as regular infantry with the mountain troops around Narvik. They manned anti-aircraft guns and two 4-inch guns salvaged from their destroyed ships. The sailors were armed with captured Norwegian machine guns and rifles. While in control of the land in & around Narvik, the German fleet was smashed and the port was unusable for shipping, as it was littered with destroyed ships. To support the Norwegian military, the British landed troops in the area on April 14. French and Free Polish troops
arrived soon after. With no central command, the Allies had difficulty coordinating their operations. Heavily outnumbered, the Germans evacuated Narvik on May 29 and retreated to Beisfjord. This was the first major Allied land victory of the war. Before they left, the Allies destroyed the port and the ore handling facilities, at least delaying iron ore shipments to Germany. While things were going badly for the Germans in northern Norway, it was going even worse for the Allied Armies on the continent, as Germany launched an invasion of the low countries and France. In early June, the Allies evacuated Narvik and northern Norway. On June 8, Gen. Dietl and his German units retook Narvik and two days later the last of the Norwegian forces surrendered. Today, people travel from around the world to experience the remains of the naval battle in Narvik’s harbor. Since there is such a large number and variety of ships so close to shore, it has become a popular location for coldwater divers to explore. Next week: Sir Keith Park
GNI: classes by women for women (April 10, 2020) Karen Tomasello, well-known Ocean City restaurateur for over three decades, and MaryBeth Beck of the Pilates and More studio in West Ocean City, will be featured on the new website, Girls Nite In Online. Girls Nite In Online (gnionline.com), is a free online platform designed to provide an opportunity for fitness instructors, chefs, mixologists, makeup artists, hairdressers, artists, etc., many of whom are currently out of work but ready to offer their expertise to entertain, support and instruct women stuck at home for the duration. GNI features 30-minute workout classes and a variety of other workshops supported by voluntary donations through each presenter’s Venmo “Virtual Tip Jar.” GNI takes no fees from the donations to the workshop leader. Beck will host a pilates workshops on Girls Nite In Online and Tomasello will be pairing wines with an antipasto platter on Friday, April 10, at 4 p.m. She will illustrate how to create a quick and easy antipasto platter and then pair it with four of her favorite everyday wines. Proceeds from Tomasello’s appearance will benefit local out-of-work waitresses and bartenders. Other Delmarva residents to be featured later include Mauria Stein, of Stuart Kingston auction house fame in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, who will present a workshop on fashion jewelry, and interior designer Michelle Dashiell of Turquoise Interior Design in Ocean City. Girls Nite In Online presents fitness classes, which currently include pilates,
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yoga, low-impact interval training (LIIT), cardio + core, and stretching and strengthening, in the morning from 7:30-8 a.m., and 10:30-11 a.m. Other workshops are presented in the afternoon, usually from 4-4:30 p.m. according to the following, general schedule: MaryBeth Beck Monday – Fashion; Tuesday – Food; Wednesday – Arts and Crafts; Thursday – Mind/Body; and Friday – Happy Hour. A class in baking scones, presented by an Irish baker, has alKaren Tomasello ready attracted over 100 online attendees. Another class, providing tips on hiding graying hair at home, also drew a large audience. Jeni Paradiso will teach belly dancing classes on Monday, April 13, and Tara Swennen, fashion stylist to stars such as Matthew McConaughey and Allison Janney, will present “Closet Detox and Home Styling Tips.” Classes will be announced two weeks in advance. “And we’re just getting started,” said Shelly Fisher, founder of GNI and head of the PIF Group. “There is an enormous need and potential for this program right now. Our female presenters are eager to give the benefit of their knowledge and skills to a self-selected audience of interested viewers. “Women at home are hungry for
community, education and entertainment,” Fisher continued. “They love the idea of supporting our presenters. We can’t connect physically, but we can connect mentally, visually and spiritually to encourage each other, clear our minds and learn something new.” Interested potential presenters are encouraged to visit gnionline.com, register and submit a video in which they describe themselves and their proposed workshop. No elaborate video equipment is required. A presenter can even just have a friend hold a cell phone to transmit the workshop through Zoom. “This is a win-win for women,” Fisher said. “When we support each other, we succeed, no matter how hard the times.” Conshohocken, PA, the PIF (Pay it Forward) Group is built on a model of support and giving back. Whether through its online platforms, social media communities, or in-person events, PIF Group strives to create and support a positive sense of community. PIF Group is proud to launch GNI. Founded by Fisher, PIF has introduced initiatives that include the Herb it Forward Foundation, (www.Herbie.com); the women empowerment brands: She Knew She Could (SheKnewSheCould.com) and One Tough B. (OneToughB.com), founded after a cancer diagnosis; and Positivities.com, a platform that spreads happiness. Lastly Fisher co-authored with Jen Jones, “Breaking Sad: What to Say After Loss, What Not to Say, and When to Just Show Up.”
ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 This is the week to take charge of your overall health, Aries. If you haven’t been feeling so well, now is the time to visit a doctor and get back on track.
TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, if you have your heart set on an art project but can’t find the time, figure out a way to make it happen. If you commit to finding the time, your efforts will pay off.
GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, now is the perfect time to get up and get outside. Fresh air, sunshine and physical activity are long overdue, and they can infuse you with positive energy.
CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, do not get frustrated with a close friend if he or she seems less ambitious than you. Everyone works at his or her own pace and may not have the same focus as you. Be patient.
LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Use good relationships with loved ones and friends to organize group activities. Such outings will strengthen your already strong bonds with the people you love most, Leo.
VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, if you have not been exercising regularly of late, now is the ideal time to get back in the action. Embrace the physical and mental benefits of being active.
LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Let your ambition guide you this week, Libra. Spend the week mapping out strategies. Once you have a plan on paper, you can work towards executing it to perfection.
SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Do not have a moment’s hesitation when taking on a project or spearheading plans this week, Scorpio. Your organizational skills are right for the job.
SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, this week should go well for you. Expect to feel a renewed energy and harbor a more positive outlook. Use this to your advantage in your career.
CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Ambition is creeping up on you and it cannot be ignored, Capricorn. You have the time now to devote to any plan of action, so don’t be afraid to go all-in.
AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, do not be surprised if you wake up feeling super this week. Chances are this renewed strength and energy has something to do with better lifestyle habits.
PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, the cosmos puts an end to any lethargy you have been feeling. Use this opportunity to be active and pursue new goals.