1 Jun 1939
- The Japanese Navy deployed a new code, later to be named JN-25 by Allied code breakers. ww2dbase [CPC]
- The Focke-Wulf Fw-190 fighter made its maiden flight at Bremen, Germany. The aircraft displayed excellent handling characteristics and was highly maneuverable but suffered from engine overheating problems which required the fitting on a redesigned engine cowling to overcome. ww2dbase [Fw 190 Würger | AC]
- Walther von Brauchitsch was awarded the Order of the Yugoslav Crown 1st Class. ww2dbase [Walther von Brauchitsch | CPC]
- Kiyoshi Ito joined the Yokosuka Naval Air Group. ww2dbase [Kiyoshi Ito | CPC]
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