Chapter ยท 3:19-4:20

Destroyers supplied the army's fire support and air defense

Royal Navy destroyers supplied fire support and air defence to British and French troops that lacked sufficient artillery and air support.

Notes

British and French troops advanced with energy, but the expedition lacked enough artillery, air support and supplies. Royal Navy destroyers provided the army's air defence and fire support. Other campaigns drew attention and resources away from Central Norway. The shortage also reflected decisions to commit forces early in the war before working out how to supply them.