April 2, 1940, dawned with an ominous stillness in the air as Adolf Hitler, the architect of the Third Reich, set his sights on Denmark. The vast Nazi war machine, fueled by the fervor of its ideology, began its march toward the Scandinavian nation.
In the dimly lit war room of the Führer's headquarters, Hitler stood at a large map table adorned with markers representing military units. He looked across the table at his high-ranking officers, his piercing gaze reflecting the determination that had fueled his ambitions for territorial expansion.
"Meine Herren," Hitler began, his voice resonating with a mix of authority and anticipation, "the time has come to secure our northern flank. Denmark and Norway must be brought under our control to ensure the safety of our operations. The Kriegsmarine will play a crucial role in this endeavor."
