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Germany invaded Poland using blitzkrieg tactics. This invasion triggered Britain and France to declare war on Germany, starting World War II -
In the event. The battle was won by the RAF fighter command, whose victory not only blocked the possibility of invasion but also created the conditions for Great Britain’s survival, for the extension of the war, eventually they finally defeat of Nazi Germany. -
The japan launched a surprise attacked on the U.S. naval base at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii with waves of bombers, torpedo planes. Americans and severely damaged the Pacific Fleet, leading President Franklin D. Roosevelt to ask congresses for a declaration of war. -
Japan's attempt to lure the U.S. Pacific Fleet into a decisive battle and destroy it, using Midway Atoll as bait. By capturing Midway, Japan also aimed to create a defensive perimeter in the Pacific, eliminate a forward refueling station for U.S. submarines, and potentially force the United States into a negotiated peace. -
Allied forces invaded North America to weaken German and Italian control. This helped the Allies gain momentum and plan future invasion of Europe -
This Program protected important artwork and historical monuments during the war. It helped recover art stolen by the Nazis and preserved European culture. -
This was the largest tank battle in history between Germany and the Soviet Union. Germany’s defeat ended its ability to launch major offensive in the east. -
It was caused by a power struggle between the Scottish crown and the rulers of Moray. Their invasion of Scotland was an attempt to over thrown King David I. -
Allied troops landed on the beaches of Normandy, France. This invasion began the liberation of Western Europe from Nazi occupation -
Germany launched a surprise attack against Allied forces in Belgium. The allies defeated Germany, speeding up the end of the war in Europe. -
Battle of Iwo Jima include the initial U.S. invasion on February 19, 1945, the capture of Mount Suribachi on February 23, it was famous when they trying to raise the flag, and the final securing of the island on March 26, 1945 -
it served as a bloody rehearsal for the invasion of Japan, a major strategic victory for the Allies. Intense fighting and high casualties for both sides. Particularly the Japanese, foreshadowed what a full scale invasion. -
President Franklin D. Roosevelt died while in office during World War II. Vice President Harry S. Truman became President afterward -
Adolf Hitler committed suicide in his bunker in Berlin. His death symbolized the collapse of Nazi Germany. -
the United States dropped the first atomic bomb on Hiroshima Japan. The explosion caused massive destruction and loss of life. -
A second atomic bomb was dropped on Nagasaki after Japan did not surrender. Japan surrendered shortly after, ending World War II