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During World War 2, after Hitler had overrun the continent and invaded the Soviet Union, the allies had made a treaty with the Soviet Union to supply them with war supplies. Cargo included tanks, fighter planes, fuel, ammunition, raw materials, and food. The early convoys in particular delivered armoured vehicles and Hawker Hurricanes to make up for shortages in the Soviet Union. The Arctic convoys caused major changes to naval dispositions on both sides, which arguably had a major impact on the course of events in other theatres of war. As a result of early raids by destroyers on German coastal shipping and a Commando raid on the Norway coast, Hitler was led to believe that the British intended to invade Norway again. This, together with the obvious need to stop convoy supplies reaching the Soviet Union, caused him to direct that heavier ships, especially the battleship Tirpitz, be sent to Norway, along with submarines.

During World War 2, after Hitler had overrun the continent and invaded the Soviet Union, the allies had made a treaty with the Soviet Union to supply them with war supplies. Cargo included tanks, fighter planes, fuel, ammunition, raw materials, and food. The early convoys in particular delivered armoured vehicles and Hawker Hurricanes to make up for shortages in the Soviet Union. The Arctic convoys caused major changes to naval dispositions on both sides, which arguably had a major impact on the course of events in other theatres of war. As a result of early raids by destroyers on German coastal shipping and a Commando raid on the Norway coast, Hitler was led to believe that the British intended to invade Norway again. This, together with the obvious need to stop convoy supplies reaching the Soviet Union, caused him to direct that heavier ships, especially the battleship Tirpitz, be sent to Norway, along with submarines.

A world class choir Skjervøykoret from Norway will be travelling to Galway to celebrate their 40th jubilee year and to perform in Galway Cathedral tomorrow Friday October 14. The Norwegian choristers will be supported by an Irish choir from Cahir, Co. Tipperary with their guest musicians.

The Marine Institute’s Explorers Education Programme and Educational Passages are said to be delighted that the 1.5 metre unmanned mini sailboat called ‘Seoltóir Na Gaillimhe – the Galway Sailor’, that was deployed by a Galway school in June, was recently found stranded on the Bunes Beach above the Arctic Circle in the Lofoten Islands, in Norway.

Santa’s homeland is the stuff of fairytales. Snow-dusted pine forests, cosy log cabins, and more reindeer than people, whether you want to join elf school, decorate cookies with Mrs Claus, or zoom down ice slides, you will find it on these trips.

Royal Caribbean has launched its new 2020/21 brochure featuring countless amazing ideas to inspire your next adventure. For a limited time only, the company is offering buy one cruise fare, get one 60 per cent off, on selected sailings worldwide. Cruises must be booked by December 16 to avail of this offer.

Christmas is approaching, things are getting busy in Lapland with Santa preparing for Christmas, and Fahy Travel is offering the sleepover of a lifetime. Santa’s homeland is the stuff of fairy tales, with snow dusted pine forests, cosy log cabins, and more reindeer than people all adding to the magic. If you only have a day to spare Fahy Travel will have a trip to suit you, whether you want to join elf school, decorate cookies with Mrs Claus, or take a reindeer sleigh, there is something to suit.

Royal Caribbean has launched its new 2020/21 brochure featuring countless amazing ideas to inspire your next adventure. For a limited time only, the company is offering flights for €1 to meet certain ships in Europe and the UK.

Michelin has made further strides in promoting safe driving in all weather conditions by extending its highly-acclaimed CrossClimate tyre range into the light truck and van market.

Grenham Travel, Sunway and Ireland West Airport have teamed up to give you the opportunity to win a fantastic prize for one adult and one child to visit Santa in Lapland in December 2018. Simply visit grenhamtravel facebook and enter their Like and Share competition. A fairytale world of snow covered forests and the opportunity to meet Santa himself is what makes a holiday to Lapland the perfect choice for treasured memories.