In the Mediterranean… There is a naval battle off Sardinia. Admiral Somerville, who is covering a Malta convoy, has the Renown, Ark Royal, four cruisers and nine destroyers. Admiral Campioni leads two battleships, seven heavy cruisers and 16 destroyers. There is a brief gun battle in which the cruiser Berwick and one Italian destroyer are hit. Despite their superior gun power the Italians then break off the action.

In Romania… A series of riots and other civil disturbances begin and carry on until December 4th. The Iron Guard begin the trouble with the arrest and execution of various prominent persons including the former Prime Minister Jorga. The army later clamps down with German help.