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The Holocaust Begins
Nazi are gaining power. -
The European War
Germany's bullying diplomacy with Austria, Czechoslovakia, and Lithuania failed to quench her ambition. Soon, she would instigate a war that would cover the entire European continent. -
Second Sino-Japanese War
The war started due to a military conflict between the Republic of China and Empire of Japan. This war ended on September 9, 1945. -
Germany Invades Poland
This marked the start of World War II. France and Britain delcared war on Germany. -
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Tha Atlantic War
Not unlike the Great War only a generation before, as soon as hostilities broke out in Europe the Atlantic was filled with German vessels. If they could sever Britain's supply lines, they might be able to starve the island nation into submission. -
The Winter War
This was was based on a dispute between the Soviet Union and Findland. -
Germany Invades the Netherlands
This battle was the first battle to test the German Luftwaffe. The battle ended on May 14, 1940. -
France Surrenders to Germany
France surrendered after Germany had attacked and taken over part of France. France became divided after they signed the armistice. -
Selective Service Draft
This draftnad men from 21 to 35 to jion in the military forces. -
Number of Men that Served From Pennsylvania
During the war, 1.2 million Americans from Pennsylvania served. -
Women are Allowed to Join the Armed Forces
Women where legally allowed to join the Armed Forces. -
The Pacific War
With attacks on Malaya, Pearl Harbor, Philippines, Guam, and Wake, Japan drew United States and her allies into the Pacific War. Previously unknown locales such as Guadalcanal and Peleliu would become household names. -
Japanese Attack on Pearl Harbor
The Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor to weaken the U.S navy. The U.S declared war on Japan the day after of the attack because they believed it was a planned attack. -
Battle of MIdway
This battle, was fought over the U.S mid-Pacific base at Midway, represented the high strategic high water markof Japan's Pacific Ocean war. The battle lasted until June 7. -
The Battle of Stalingrad
The battle last from July 17, 1942 to Feb. 2, 1943. This battle stopped Germany's advancement into the Soviet Union and turned the tide in favor of the Allies. -
Victory Gardens
Victory Gardens started in the year 1943 and where used until the end of WWII. These gardens where used to increase food supply. -
D-Day
On this day operation Overload went into play. This was the invasion of Europe by the Allied Expeditionary forces against the Germans occupiers. -
Allies Liberate Paris
Once the Americans broke out of the Norman hedgegrows, they started their way to Paris.This day was known as one of the most romantic days in history because of the rejoicing of the Parisans. -
The Battle of Bulge
The battle was fought during the winter month's of 1944-1945. This was the last attempt by Hitler to seperate the Allies. -
The Battle of Iwo Jima
This battle lasted until March 26, 1945. The main goal of this attack by the Americans was to capture it. Which they did successfully. -
FDR Dies
Towards the end of the War FDR's health had declined. He went to Warm Springs, Georgia to relax. After two weeks of relaxtion, FDR died from a massive cerebral hemorrhage. -
Truman Becomes President
Truman takes FDR's position as president. To end the war, Truman ordered for an atomic bomb to hit Japan. -
Hitler Commits Suicide
Hitler killed himself in Berlin by gunshot and cyainde poisoning. -
The Holocaust Ends
When War World II ended the Holocaust ended. -
VE Day
This event marks the formal celebration of the Allies' victory in Europe. -
Atomic Bomb Dropped on Hiroshima
Truman decided to use the bomb because he believed it would shorten the war. Everything in a one mile radius, from where the bomb was dropped, was destroyed. -
Atomic Bomb Dropped on Nagasaki
This attack was taken place three days after Hiroshima. It exploded about 1,625 ft above the ground, and was believed to have destroyed the whole city. -
VJ Day
This was the victory over Japan. Also it ended the World War II. -
Death of Soldiers During World War 2
By the end of War World II 22 billion soldiers died.
