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Germany invades Poland. World War II begins
The War is started after Germany invades Poland and refuses to follow the treaty they had signed. -
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World War II
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Winston Churchill becomes leader of the British government
Winston, a great leader takes on the responsibilty of winning the war for Great Britain. -
Italy enters the war as a member of the Axis powers.
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Germany and the Axis Powers attack Russia with a huge force of over four million troops.
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The Japanese attack the US Navy in Pearl Harbor
The next day the US enters World War II on the side of the Allies. -
Italy surrenders to the Allies
Germany helps Mussolini to escape and set up a government in Northern Italy. -
D-day and the Normandy invasion
Allied forces invade France and push back the Germans. -
The Germans launch a large attack in the Battle of the Bulge.
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US President Franklin Roosevelt dies
He is succeeded by President Harry Truman -
Germany surrenders to the Allies.
