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German Invasion of Poland
The German Invasion of Poland was essentially the starting point of WWII. The Germans dropped bombs throughout Poland so Adolf Hitler could gain lost territory and rule Poland. It resulted in many casualties and a World War. https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/germans-invade-poland -
Battle of Britain
The Battle of Britain took place in the UK even Germany bombed Great Britain in order to weaken their air force for an upcoming invasion. England and Germany participated in the battle. Britain gained a victory. https://www.history.com/topics/world-war-ii/battle-of-britain-1 -
Battle of Crete
The Battle of Crete took place at Crete, Greece when Germany launched an Airborne invasion. Civilians along with axis powers fought and defended the island. They won the battle and this was the first battle where civilians fought back. https://www.thenationalherald.com/10229/the-battle-of-crete-turning-point-of-world-war-ii/ -
Operation Barbarossa
Operation Barbarossa is the code name for the Axis’ attack on the Soviets. Countries involved were the Soviet Union, Germany, Finland, and Croatia. It caused Germany to lose a lot of men and was considered a turning point in WWII. https://www.history.com/topics/world-war-ii/operation-barbarossa -
Battle of Moscow
The Battle of Moscow took place on the Eastern Front during WWII. The Battle was between the Soviet Union and Germany. The Soviet Union won and this battle marked the end of Operation Barbarossa and the beginning of Soviet counter-offensives. https://www.thoughtco.com/battle-of-moscow-2360444 -
Pearl Harbor
Pearl Harbor was a surprise attack on the U.S taking place in Hawaii. This battle caused the U.S to go to war with Japan; Japan eventually surrendered and a big part of how the U.S became a superpower. https://www.history.com/topics/world-war-ii/pearl-harbor -
Battle of Stalingrad
The Battle of Stalingrad was the largest conflict in WWII. Germany and its allies fought the Soviet Union to obtain the city of Stalingrad. This battle was very important because Germany lost and didn’t go any farther into Russia or Eastern Europe. https://www.history.com/topics/world-war-ii/battle-of-stalingrad -
Operation Torch
Operation Torch was an attack by the U.S. and the United Kingdom on North Africa during the North African Campaign. The Allies got the victory in this battle. https://www.historynet.com/operation-torch-allied-invasion-of-north-africa.htm -
Battle of Monte Cassino
The battle of Monte Cassino involved Germany, U.S, Poland, and the Allies. The Battle was an attempt For the Allied to get to Rome but their path was blocked and resulted in many allied casualties. https://www.history.com/topics/world-war-ii/battles-of-monte-cassino -
Battle of the Bulge
The Battle of the Bulge was the last Battle fought on the Western Front. Germany, U.S, Allies, and the United Kingdom were involved; America won. This was the biggest battle fought by America and the bloodiest battle fought in the war. https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/battle-of-the-bulge
