World War II

Germany invades Poland

Sep 1, 1939

Germany invades Poland which causes Britain and France to declare war 2 days later

World War 2

Period: Sep 1, 1939 to Sep 2, 1945

Germany Invades Denmark and Norway

Apr 9, 1940

Germany invades Denmark and Norway to protect shipments of iron ore

Germany Invades the Soviet Union

Jun 22, 1941

With the help of Italy and Romania Germany Invades the Soviets because they were suspected of plotting against Germany.

Japan attacks Britain and American holdings

Dec 7, 1941

Japan attacked Britain and also American holdings such as the bombing of Pearl Harbor

Germany surrenders

Apr 29, 1945

German forces surrender in Italy on this date

Japan Surrenders/War Ends

Sep 2, 1945

After Japan signs the surrender documents the war ends.