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This is a strategy used by Hitler in World War 2 to great success. It consists of an attacking force, supported by aircraft and mechanized infantry, spearheads through the line of defense with short and powerful attacks.
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The first successful use of the "blitzkrieg" strategy. This was a joint invasion with the Soviet's coming from the east while the Germans came from the west. Used as a reference point for the start of World War 2.
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The day Paris fell to the Germans.
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An attack organised by Japanese forces in an attempt to disable the US's Naval Fleet
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The battle for the city of Stalingrad. One of the biggest confrontations in WW2 from the German army. Lasted 1942 – February 2, 1943.
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An invasion organised by the allies where American, British, and Canadian troops landed and stormed the beaches of Normandy in the largest seaborne invasion in history.
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The battle that was supposed to turn the tide of war in Hitlers favor, but ultimately failed. It lasted from Dec 16, 1944 – Jan 25, 1945.
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A seaborne invasion on the island of Iwo Jima, fought between the United States and Japan. Lasted between Feb 19, 1945 – Mar 26, 1945.
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VE stands for victory in Europe, the day stands for when Germany surrendered.
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A battle fought on the island of Okinawa, this battle is the 6th most lethal battle the US fought in number american deaths. Lasted between Apr 1, 1945 – Jun 22, 1945.
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The day when the US first used the Atomic Bomb in an attempt to end the war with Japan
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VJ stands for victory in Japan, this day represents the day Japan surrendered to the US, also marking the end of WW2.
