British And Canadians Leave Spitsbergen, Coal And Oil Fires Continue To Burn

The transcript discusses a significant raid that extends Britain's war front from the Arctic to Africa. It highlights the strategic importance of Spitsbergen as a blow against the Nazis and suggests that this island could be a signal of Britain's readiness to strike on larger fronts.

How does the text describe the impact of the raid on the Nazis?

What can be inferred about Britain's military strategy from the text?