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World War II

A global conflict from 1939 to 1945, involving major world powers and resulting in significant historical changes.

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1939 — 1945

  1. 1939

    Invasion of Poland

    On September 1, 1939, Germany invaded Poland, marking the beginning of World War II. This invasion prompted Britain and France to declare war on Germany, leading to a widespread conflict across Europe.
  2. 1940

    Fall of France

    In May 1940, Germany launched a rapid invasion of France, which fell within six weeks. The swift defeat of French forces shocked the world and led to the establishment of the Vichy regime.
  3. 1941

    Operation Barbarossa

    On June 22, 1941, Nazi Germany invaded the Soviet Union in a massive military campaign known as Operation Barbarossa. This marked a critical turning point, as it opened the Eastern Front and led to significant casualties on both sides.
  4. 1941

    Attack on Pearl Harbor

    On December 7, 1941, Japan launched a surprise attack on the U.S. naval base at Pearl Harbor in Hawaii. This attack led to the United States formally entering the war, significantly altering the balance of power.
  5. 1942

    Battle of Stalingrad

    The Battle of Stalingrad, which began in August 1942, became one of the deadliest battles in history. It marked a turning point in the war, as the Soviet Union began to push back against German forces.
  6. 1943

    Allied Invasion of Italy

    In July 1943, Allied forces invaded Sicily, leading to the downfall of Mussolini's regime in Italy. This campaign opened a new front in Europe and diverted German resources.
  7. 1944

    D-Day: Normandy Invasion

    On June 6, 1944, Allied forces launched Operation Overlord, commonly known as D-Day, landing on the beaches of Normandy. This operation was pivotal in liberating Western Europe from Nazi occupation.
  8. 1944

    Liberation of Concentration Camps

    In 1944, Allied forces began liberating concentration camps, revealing the horrors of the Holocaust. The liberation of camps like Auschwitz highlighted the atrocities committed by the Nazi regime.
  9. 1945

    Yalta Conference

    In February 1945, the Yalta Conference brought together leaders Churchill, Roosevelt, and Stalin to discuss post-war reorganization. The agreements made here would shape the geopolitical landscape of Europe for decades.
  10. 1945

    Atomic Bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki

    On August 6 and August 9, 1945, the United States dropped atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, respectively. These bombings led to Japan's surrender and effectively ended World War II.
  11. 1945

    End of World War II

    On September 2, 1945, Japan formally surrendered, marking the official end of World War II. The conflict resulted in significant loss of life and profound changes in global politics, leading to the establishment of the United Nations.

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