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D-Day takes place
In hopes to surprise the Germans, the Allied forced storm the beaches of Normandy, France. -
Franklin Roosevelt Dies
Standing President Franklin Roosevelt dies and Harry Truman becomes president. -
Adolf Hitler commits suicides
Adolf Hitler commits suicided after the advancement of Allied troops. -
Victory over the Axis Powers is declared in Europe
Due to the death of Hitler, victory within Europe is declared. -
United Nations meet for the first time
A post-war vision, the United Nations meet for the first time. -
Marshall Plan enacted
The Marshall Plan, used to help economic downfalls within Europe, is enacted by the United States congress. -
Korean War begins
Due to the issue over communism, the Korean war takes place. -
Joseph Stalin dies
Soviet Union leader, Joseph Stalin dies unexpectantly.