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  • Invasion of Poland

    Germany invaded Poland using blitzkrieg tactics. This began World War II.

  • Fall of France to Nazi Forces

    Germany quickly defeated and occupied France. France surrendered to Nazi forces.

  • Rescue at Dunkirk

    Allied troops were evacuated from France to Britain. Over 300,000 soldiers were rescued.

  • London Blitz

    Germany bombed British cities to weaken morale. Britain continued to resist.

  • Victory at Stalingrad

    The Soviet Union defeated German forces. This was a major turning point in the war.

  • Italian Campaign

    Allies invaded Italy to weaken Axis power. Fighting continued until the end of the war.

  • D-Day (Invasion of Normandy)

    Allied forces landed in France. This led to the liberation of Western Europe.

  • Operation Market Garden

    Allies attempted to capture bridges in the Netherlands. The operation failed.

  • Battle of the Bulge

    Germany launched a surprise attack against Allied forces. The Allies eventually won.

  • Victory in Europe Day

    Germany surrendered to the Allies. The war in Europe ended.