An item reported that the Romanian government seized all Jewish ships, shipping companies and small vessels.(1) All ships which were Jewish property were not longer allowed to sail under Romanian flag. The compensation for the seized ships was paid in 3% debt securities with a duration of five years.
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1. When the Second World War broke out intended Romania to maintain her neutrality. In 1940 abdicated king Carol II to be succeeded by the National Legionary State which had to share the power with Ion Antonescu. Just a year later Romania choose the side of Nazi Germany and became the most important oil supplier to this country. Under Antonescu was the Nazi German policy of oppression of Jews and Romma followed. In 1944 choose Romania with king Michael I for the side of the Allies.
Note
1. When the Second World War broke out intended Romania to maintain her neutrality. In 1940 abdicated king Carol II to be succeeded by the National Legionary State which had to share the power with Ion Antonescu. Just a year later Romania choose the side of Nazi Germany and became the most important oil supplier to this country. Under Antonescu was the Nazi German policy of oppression of Jews and Romma followed. In 1944 choose Romania with king Michael I for the side of the Allies.
