Events of World War 2

Hitler Invades Poland

Sep 1, 1939

On this day in 1939, German forces bombard Poland on land and from the air, as Adolf Hitler seeks to regain lost territory and ultimately rule Poland. World War II had begun.

Japan attacks Pearl Harbour

Dec 7, 1941

Japanese airplanes made a surprise attack on the US Navy in Pearl Harbor. They destroyed many ships and killed many soldiers.

Japan Has Awoke the "Sleeping Giant"

Dec 8, 1941