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September 1, 1939. Triggered World War II, due to Nazi Germany declaring war. Germany had superior military power over Poland at this point.
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May 26, 1940. The successful evacuation of over 338,000 allied soldiers from surrounding German forces. Happened over the course of less than half a month, May 26- June 4.
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June 22, 1940. After an assault on Northwestern Europe, including Belgium, the Netherlands, and France, Germany took over a lot of land. France was forced to surrender under Nazi Germany forces.
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September 7, 1940. Was an intense bombing campaign led by Nazi Germany on the UK. Lasted for eight months where the Luftwaffe dropped bombs over London and other cities.
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July 17, 1942. Successful Soviet defense of the city of Stalingrad. Nazi Germany failed in the attempt to capture the city.
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July 10, 1943. A series of allied beach landings and Land battles. Ranged from Sicily and southern Italy up the Italian mainland towards Nazi Germany.
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Jun 6, 1944. More than 140,000 allied troops marched on the beaches of Normandy. A successful effort to take back France from Nazi Germany.
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September 17, 1944. Included Allied pursuit of Nazi Germany's forces across France and strategic airborne attempt to invade into Germany. Lasted from 17-27.
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December 16, 1944. The last of Adolf Hitler's major offenses, and lasted six weeks. It was an Ally victory and took place in frigid conditions.
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May 8, 1945. The day that Germany surrendered and Europe got news of it.