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The United States invaded Normandy, which was the largest air, sea, and land invasion in history. This is commonly known as D-Day.
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Japan surrenders officially ending WWII. -
The Rescission Act of 1946 is signed ending the benefits of thousands of WWII veterans.
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The Cold war between the Soviet Union and the United States began.
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Congress passes the 22nd Amendment, limiting a president to two terms.
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The National Security Act is signed creating the CIA and other military organizations.
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The United States sends troops to help South Korea.
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Dwight D Eisenhower is elected as the 34th President of the United States. -
The Korean war ends after they agree to an armistice officially ending the war and separated North and South Korea.
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