British And Canadian Troops Arrive In Spitsbergen

The Canadian invasion army executed a dramatic raid on Spitsbergen, a Norwegian island, after a secret journey from Britain. The troops, aided by Norwegian and Russian coal miners, aimed to demolish vast coal deposits rich in oil and toluene, resources crucial to Adolf Hitler. The Canadian troops brought explosives and incendiaries to ensure the mission's success.

How did the Canadian and British troops reach Spitsbergen?

• By submarine

• By train

• By a secret dash from Britain

• By air

Who assisted the Canadian and British troops in landing on Spitsbergen?

• Local fishermen

• Norwegian and Russian coal miners

• British naval forces

• German soldiers

What was the primary goal of the Canadian invasion army's raid on Spitsbergen?

• To rescue prisoners

• To destroy coal deposits

• To capture enemy soldiers

• To establish a military base

What resources were the Canadian troops aiming to destroy on Spitsbergen?

• Timber and water

• Iron and steel

• Coal, oil, and toluene

• Gold and silver

Why was the destruction of coal deposits on Spitsbergen significant?

• They were rich in resources needed by Adolf Hitler

• They were used for building ships

• They were a tourist attraction

• They were a source of food