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President Roosevelts Presidency
(He had a previous term, but I wanted to attempt to keep it within the range of 1942 ish) -
First Atomic Bomb
In Los Almos, New Mexico the very first Atomic Bomb was created. -
D-Day
The Allies attacked German forces on the coast of Normandy, France. This was the turning point for the Allies in World War II -
The Incident at Port Chicago
Two Ships loaded ammunition at Port Chicago Station, California. Sadly, it exploded and ended up in around three hundred deaths. -
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President Truman's Presidency
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Battle of Okinawa
Allies send bombers to strike Japan, an increased of air strikes. Large death toll on both sides, but the Allies ended up winning. -
The End of World War II
Germany surrenders to the Allies. -
"Little Bomb" or "Little Boy"
Atomic bomb dropped on Hiroshima, this was the second nuclear ever used in the history of war. -
Truman Doctrine
Stated that the U.S. would help protect democratic nations from anyone trying to invade them. An alliance for these countries. -
NATO is formed
Formally known as the "North Atlantic Treaty Organization" was founded which made a military alliance. This alliance promised if there is an invasion on one of the countries, the rest would fight the opposing country(ies). -
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Korean War
A division occurred between what is modernly known as North Korea and South Korea. Over the leadership of who should run the entirety of Korea. -
Transcontinental TV
President Truman made the very first television broadcast appearance. This was broadcasted across the United States and also at the Japanese Peace Treaty Conference.