In April 1940, Germany invaded Denmark and Norway to protect shipments of iron ore from Sweden, which the Allies were attempting to cut off.. Denmark capitulated after six hours, and despite Allied support, Norway was conquered within two months. British discontent over the Norwegian campaign led to the resignation of Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain, who was replaced by Winston Churchill on 10May 1940.
In April 1940 Germany invaded Denmark and Norway to protect shipments of iron ore from Sweden which the Allies were attempting to cut off Denmark capitulated after six hours and despite Allied support Norway was conquered within two months British discontent over the Norwegian campaign led to the resignation of Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain who was replaced by Winston Churchill on 10May 1940