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Germany Invades Poland
The Germans believed that the invasion of Poland would bring them Lebensraum-or living space. -
Britain and France Declare War on Germany
In order to protect the Poland border and its people, the countries of Britain and France declare war on Germany. -
Italy Joins the War Effort
On this date, the country of Italy entered World War II as a representative of the Axis powers. -
The USA Enters the War
Following the bombing on Pearl Harbor on December 7th, the United States declares war on Japan; bringing them into World War II. -
Doomsday (D-Day)
British, Canadian and US infantry successfully invaded Normandy beaches with about 156,000 soldiers. This is thought to be the beginning of the end for the Axis powers. -
The Death of HItler
Adolf Hitler and Eva Braun (wife) commit suicide in Hitler's underground bunker upon learning of the advance of Allied forces. -
The End of Germany
On this date, Germany surrenders and completely bows out of World War II. -
The Bombing of Hiroshima
The "Little Boy" atomic bomb was dropped on the city of Hiroshima by the Enola Gay. -
Bombing of Nagasaki
The "Fat Man" atomic bomb was dropped on the Japanese city of Nagasaki-this would lead to the end of World War Two. -
The End of the War
Even though Japan agreed to surrender on the 14th of August, they did not formally surrender until the 2nd of September.
