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Battle of the Atlantic
Contest between the Western Allies and the Axis powers for the control of Atlantic sea routes. May 8th, 1945 -
Cat Guided Bombs/Missles
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The Red Scare
The time in the late 1940s, Americans were afraid of Communism and that people within their country were being accused of being a Communist since Russia was suspected of being in America. -
Battle of Britain
Air forces were involved in a dogfight between Great Britain and Germany. Germany had successfully dropped a bomb on Britain, leaving destruction behind. Oct. 31, 1940 -
The Military Draft
The Draft was a registration for men between ages 21-36. Only 50% were registered since the other people have not met the requirements. -
Invasion of Italy
The Allies' objective is to remove Italy from World War II and force Germany to divert. Sept 16th, 1943 -
D-Day
"The beginning of the end of war in Europe." Allies of countries invade German territory called the "Normandy Landings". Troops have reached the shores of Normandy. -
Hiroshima
The bomb that dropped in Hiroshima, Japan, has detonated and has annihilated 90,00-146,000 people alone. -
Cold War
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Berlin Airlift
Russians were concerned of West Berlin, Russia and began a blockade on it. Planes of the Allies dropped supplies for the Soviets to aid them. May 12, 1949
