Today in World War II History—June 1, 1941

German paratroopers in Crete, Greece, late May 1941 (public domain)

75 Years Ago—June 1, 1941: Germans secure Crete; however, heavy German losses lead Hitler to suspend further large-scale airborne operations.

Britain begins clothes and shoe rationing—66 coupons per year, providing one complete outfit.

Pro-British government reinstated in Iraq, under Amir Abdul Illah.