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The German Occupation
1940-1945
During World War II, Denmark was occupied by Germany. The period includes the cooperation policy, the resistance movement, and the rescue of Danish Jews.
Key Events
April 9, 1940
Germany occupies Denmark
August 29, 1943
The government resigns, the cooperation policy ends
October 1943
The rescue of the Danish Jews to Sweden
May 5, 1945
Denmark is liberated
Key Figures
Christian X
King during the occupation, symbol of resistance
Erik Scavenius
Foreign minister, architect of the cooperation policy
Kim Malthe-Bruun
Resistance fighter, executed by the Germans
Study Tips
- 1April 9, 1940 - Germany occupies Denmark
- 2May 5, 1945 - Denmark is liberated (celebrated every year)
- 3October 1943 - Approximately 7,000 Danish Jews rescued to Sweden
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