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The Japanese Imperial Navy launched an assault on Pearl Harbor, killing over 2000 Americans and sinking over 18 ships. This forced the U.S. to enter WW2 the following day.
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Axis forces were pushed back from Africa, marking a huge victory for the Allies
[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/North_African_Campaign] -
Ally forces storm the beach of Normany, France, breaking Axis fortifications and gaining a much needed foothold on the European continent. This paved the way to eventual victory for Ally forces.
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIjmOcp_xhQ] -
Combined forces of the Allies put an end to Axis powers in Europe, forcing the surrender of Germany.
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=psgYiOU-3iU] -
Following two atomic bomb attacks against their major military production cities, Japan surrenders, ending WW2.
[https://youtu.be/5Tg5JyCnHqk?t=24s]