World war two timeline

  • German Blitzkrieg

    German Blitzkrieg

    What Happened: Germany overran much of Europe and was victorious for more than two years by relying on a new Military tactic.
    Why it happened: Germany wanted to build an empire.
  • Germany's Invation of Poland

    Germany's Invation of Poland

    What Happened: Britain and France had declared war on Germany in september, 1939.
    Why it happened: Nazi leader Adolf Hitler claimed the massive invasion was a difensive action.
    The after effects: Almost Three Million Polish Jews were killed in Nazi death camps.

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