Nazi ultimatum for Klaipeda region ceded by Lithuania. Decision accepted in two days.

Following escalating tensions, Nazi Germany delivered a demand to Lithuania, instructing them to surrender the Klaipeda Region. The region was of strategic importance due to its access to the Baltic Sea. Two days later, the Lithuanian government conceded to the ultimatum, ceding control of the Klaipeda Region without resistance. The Klaipeda Region, known as the Memel Territory, had been under French administration since World War I until 1923 when it was annexed by Lithuania. This move by Nazi Germany marked another step towards their expansionist goals and their eventual path to World War II. The acceptance of the ultimatum strained Lithuania's relationship with its neighbors and emboldened Nazi Germany in their aggressive territorial pursuits. The incident highlighted the vulnerability of smaller nations in the face of powerful and militaristic regimes. This event underscored the international tensions and power dynamics leading up to World War II, showcasing the ruthless tactics employed by Nazi Germany to achieve their objectives. #Lithuania #NaziGermany #KlaipedaRegion #WorldWarII #Ultimatum