ANCC meeting nr 04

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Minutes of the fourth meeting of the ANGLO/NORWEGIAN COLLABORATION COMMITTEE held on Wednesday. 8th April 1942.

1. Arising from Minutes of third meeting.
(a) Water-tight containers
It was reported that testing is still proceeding. SN and T have the, matter in hand, and it was resolved that this item should now be omitted from the agenda.
(b) Pay and allowances
Form giving full details of pay and allowances has been furnished by SN to T, and the question is being dealt with.
(g) Submarine destruction
In the absence of M. no report was submitted. It is hoped that this will be forthcoming at the next meeting.
(h) Frost-filet factories
T. and D.G.R. are in consultation on this question; their report will be produced to the Committee in due course.
(k) Cement factories
In view of the fact that nothing can be done in this connection at the moment, it was resolved to remove this item from the agenda.
(l) Division of responsibility regarding projects in Norway
This matter is still under discussion by AD/S and S.S, who will later produce their joint recommendations to the Committee.
(m) Removing Norwegian escapees from Sweden
D/CD advised the Committee that he has not yet sought the co-operation of the Russians regarding the passage of a Norwegian ship from Stockholm to Leningrad. He is, however, making tactful investigations as to whether MAISKY is the best man to approach. In these circumstances, it was resolved to remove this item from the agenda for the present.
(n) Short-wave W/T sets
S.S. has submitted to AD/S particulars of three transmitters located in Norway. It was suggested that signal plans should be sent out in order that the sets might be tested.
S.S. raised the question whether or not wireless communication with Norway can now be made through S.O.E D/CD replied that the wireless situation has now been greatly clarified and that shortly S.O.E. will be transmitting and receiving independently of S.I.S.
Until the 1st June 1942, however, signal plans will still have to be approved by S.I.S. It was resolved that immediate application for signal plans should be made to the Central Frequencies Board, so that if S.I.S. approved arrangements could be made for them to listen immediately, but, if not, everything would be ready for S.O.E. to start on 1st June.

Dropping of leaflets after operations
SN reported that he had been in communication with P.I.D. who, in the main, agree with the Committee's decision in regard to this question, though they disagree with the view expressed by the Committee at its last meeting that leaflets explaining that the raid had taken place from this country would be likely to lessen chances of the Germans taking reprisals against the local population. The Committee unanimously adhered to its previous view, and it was agreed that SN should again approach F.I.D. on the subject. d/CD proposed, and the Committee agreed, that in future the Planning Staff should lay on the dropping of such leaflets within a reasonable time after any operation in Norway. SN will make necessary arrangements.

Reception of Norwegians arriving at Leuchars or Dyce
Mar. reported that he had not yet been able to contact the man whom he had suggested in connection with the above. D/CD reported that some names had been put forward to him but further consideration was necessary.

2. Intelligence from London
The Committee was advised that the report from Stockholm that the Germans receive a considerable amount of intelligence from London had been passed on to the proper authorities.
Clarification of the division of responsibility and the spheres of activity as between various members of the Committee.
It was suggested that British representatives and members of their staffs should work in conjunction with their respective opposite numbers among the Norwegian members and their staffs on all question of detail. This suggestion was approved by the Committee, and it was resolved that and S.S. should together make the necessary arrangements to put this proposal into effect and report to the Committee at its next meeting.

3. Propaganda in relation to.
(a) Special celebration on 17th May.
It was reported that suggestions had been received from Aviemore regarding celebration of Norwegian Independence Day. SN produced a memorandum containing suggestions for allied activity on that day. The Committee approved the proposals put forward. It was stated that the Committee will be informed in advance of exactly what it proves possible to arrange, thus providing an opportunity for members of the Committee to put forward any further suggestions that might be considered desirable.
It was considered that the dropping of vitamins was not particularly helpful - that coffee, tobacco, chocolate, etc. would be much more acceptable. it was agreed that AD/S should approach M.E.W. and the Air Ministry to find out if they can handle the project. If it can be arranged, the Norwegian members undertook to supply and pack the material to be dropped
It was resolved that the suggestion of a broadcast by the B.B.C. should be taken up with P.W.E.
The Norwegian members reiterated their wish that objectives in Norway should be bombed, and D/CD agreed to approach the Air ministry once again on this subject but expressed little confidence in the result of his efforts.

(b) German atrocities and (o) Religious and educational campaign.
The Committee was of the unanimous opinion that the British public is not sufficiently alive to facts regarding the above, and agreed that the more evidence produced and published the better. The Norwegian members of the Committee were advised that any material which they can provide will receive the widest possible publication.
The suggestion was put forward that people with experience of these matters should give direct addresses to the public in such places as munition factories, etc. M.O.I, would have to be approached in this connection.
S.S. reported that a Norwegian White Paper is being compiled, and it was agreed to defer taking any action until this has been published.
The query was raised whether or not it would be worth while sending to Stockholm for copies of pictures of atrocities, and SN undertook to get into touch with. B.B., who knows something of this matter. Also S.S. undertook to obtain any available photographs or films from the Norwegian Legation in Stockholm.
4. Shetland and Mainland Bases
Mar. reported that he agreed, without reservation, to the document of 1st april 1942 drawn up by SN setting out the duties and responsibilities of the Norwegian Senior Officer at the Shetland Base, as amplified by a letter dated 8th April addressed by AD/S to far. The only reservation Mar. had to make was in connection with the paying of Norwegian personnel by S.O.E., of which he did not approve. The Committee agreed that, if possible, they should have Norwegian paybooks and that the actual handing over of their pay should be done by a Norwegian officer. AD/S said that he would make enquiries regarding this point and report again.
5. Relationship of the Holding School and the Independent Company.
SN reported that if communications between London and Aviemore go through more than open channel difficulties arise - all communications should go through Kvinge's office. SN and T. will discuss the matter.

6. Report on the cargo of the "Galtesund"
The report and recommendations were read and approved in all particulars, except that it was agreed that all bicycle tyres on board should be retained.
D/CD suggested that arrangements should be made for all members of the Committee to visit S.O.E's camouflage centre. This suggestion was welcomed, and A.D/S undertook to make the necessary appointment.

8. Recapture of Norwegian vessels in Norwegian waters.
A paper on a memorandum submitted to D)/CD by the ministry of shipping was read. It was considered that it would be difficult to plan the capturing of convoys by means of combined operations. It was suggested that sweeps by destroyers with the object of shooting up German ships which might be at anchor could be arranged, but this would not be so satisfactory as if the ships were got away. D/CD stressed that it is not politically advisable to destroy small coastal vessels, which are the only means of communication.
A proposal put forward by "Cheese" was read by AD)/S. The Norwegian members of the Committee approved the plan in principle, and it was decided that the proposal should be considered as a project by SN in conjunction with T. and S.S. It was, however, considered unlikely that the project could be carried out at the moment. SN will get a code word for the operation as soon as possible.

9. Report on operations:
(a) "Clairvoyant"
It was reported that members of the above party had been involved in a motor accident resulting in the tragic death of Flo and the serious injury of three others of the party. It was agreed, therefore, that the operation should be postponed until early autumn. T. emphasized the importance of this objective, and it was decided that the Air Force should be asked to try to effect some temporary damage by bombing.
The Committee passed a resolution expressing their regret at the tragedy and the hope that night drives by parties about to undertake an operation would be out down to a minimum.
It was suggested that the three injured Norwegians, who are in a British hospital, would be happier among their own people, and T and SN undertook to arrange for them to be removed to the Norwegian hospital as soon as they are well enough to travel.
The Committee passed a resolution expressing their regret at the tragedy and the hope that night drives by parties about to undertake an operation would be out down to a minimum.
It was suggested that the three injured Norwegians, who are in a British hospital, would be happier among their own people, and T and SN undertook to arrange for them to be removed to the Norwegian hospital as soon as they are well enough to travel.
(b) "Redshank"
Operation had been sanctioned. Personnel at present undergoing special training at Aviemore. Due to sail on the 17th April.
(c) "FRITHAM"
It was reported that the sailing date had been postponed for ten days. Training of personnel by had been completed and the first air reconnaissance had been successfully carried out.

(a) Knaben Molybdenum Mines
It was reported that bad flying weather had prevented any action being taken and that a wireless message had been sent to Cheese's people to the effect that nothing could be done during this moon neriod. It is hoped that it may be possible to make an an attempt between the 25th April and the 5th May.
D/CD suggested that it would be a good move to find out which squadron is taking part and then obtain permission for T, and possibly Cheese, to go armed with maps and plans of the mines and give a lecture to the pilots on what they are trying to do and why.
SN undertook to take this up, and D/CD offered to see the C.C.O. if desired regarding the possibilities of a Combined Operation.

10. Standing of agents in the field
It was suggested that some special arrangement should be made regarding the status of agents in the field, and the suggestion was put forward that there should be some code sign indicating that the agent represents the Norwegian Commander in Chief, thus obviating any difficulty which might arise owing to difference in rank when an agent contacted a high officer of the Home Front. It was resolved that this question should be explored.

11. D/CD reported that he had received a most interesting memorandum from the Norwegian General staff containing recommendations for the use of the Norwegian Army in the re-conquest of Norway in cooperation with units of the Home Front. SN had, at his (D/CD's) request, prepared a similar memorandum dealing with the role which S.O.E. should fill in the same circumstances, with a view to submitting this document, when approved by the Committee, to the Chiefs of Staff at the same time as the Norwegian memorandum was passed to the Joint Planning Committee. D/CD had informed the Norwegian C-in-C. of this proposal and had expressed a wish that the C-in-C could attend a special meeting of this Committee to discuss the two plans together. C-in-C. had welcomed this proposal and suggested that, although he could not come himself, his Chief of Staff could attend, and proposed that the meeting should take place on Thursday or Friday of this week. The Committee agreed, however, that it was desirable that all members should have an opportunity of digesting the memorandum before the special meeting, and D/CD undertook to inform Col. Christophersen accordingly and to arrange for the meeting to take place at the end of next week.

Norwegian currency
A proposal was put forward that, in order to remedy the deficiency in this country of small denomination kroner notes, the B.B.C. should be asked to broadcast in Norwegian that kronor would be exchanged for sterling at a stated rate by the British authorities. The Norwegian members were of the unanimous opinion that any such action would cause the enemy to change the currency in Norway and the proposal was accordingly rejected.
It was resolved that people going to Norway should be instructed to collect as much money as they can and that arrangements should be made for them to be credited in London or New York. B. is dealing with the question of Nor. Kr. in Stockholm - the Legation there will ho instructed to cease preventing Norwegians bringing Nor. currency to this country. It was cecided to write to C.C.O's office and admiralty regarding collecting Norwegian currency on raids.

S.S. reported that Norwegians in the Narvik area had made a request for weapon and sabotage training, and stated that they would be ready to receive an Organiser and Instructor after 15th April and W/T operator at any time. He hoped that it would be possible to arrange for their departure from this country before 1st May. AD/S and SN agreed to look into the question of provision of a suitable W/T operator and set and the problem of transport into this area, which is outside the range of the Shetland boats.

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TO: SN 8th April, 1942.

Notice is hereby given that a special meeting of the ANGLO/NORWEGIAN COLLABORATION COMITTEE will be held at 154, Chilt rn Court, Baker Street, at 3 pm. on Wednesday, the 13th May.

The Commander-in-Chief of the Norwegian Forces in the United Kingdom will attend, and the subject for discussion will be the part to be played by S.O.E in co-operation with the Norwegian Forces in the reconquest of Norway.

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