The Danish army is alerted early on April 9th, 1940. The Germans have crossed the border, and Denmark is at war with Europe's strongest army. Danish bicycle and motorbike companies have been ordered to Southern Jutland to keep back forces against all odds until Danish reinforcements can be organized. Second Lieutenant Sand and his bicycle company would be the first Danish soldiers to encounter the enemy in battle on April 9th, 1940.
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The Danish army is alerted early on April 9th, 1940. The Germans have crossed the border, and Denmark is at war with Europe's strongest army. Danish bicycle and motorbike companies have been ordered to Southern Jutland to keep back forces against all odds until Danish reinforcements can be organized. Second Lieutenant Sand and his bicycle company would be the first Danish soldiers to encounter the enemy in battle on April 9th, 1940.
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