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German Blitzkrieg
This is a strategy used by Hitler in World War 2 to great success. It consists of an attacking force, supported by aircraft and mechanized infantry, spearheads through the line of defense with short and powerful attacks. -
Germany & Russia's joint invasion of Poland
The first successful use of the "blitzkrieg" strategy. This was a joint invasion with the Soviet's coming from the east while the Germans came from the west. Used as a reference point for the start of World War 2. -
Fall of Paris
The day Paris fell to the Germans. -
Pearl Harbor
An attack organised by Japanese forces in an attempt to disable the US's Naval Fleet -
Battle of Stalingrad
The battle for the city of Stalingrad. One of the biggest confrontations in WW2 from the German army. Lasted 1942 – February 2, 1943. -
D-Day (Invasion of Normandy)
An invasion organised by the allies where American, British, and Canadian troops landed and stormed the beaches of Normandy in the largest seaborne invasion in history. -
Battle of the Bulge
The battle that was supposed to turn the tide of war in Hitlers favor, but ultimately failed. It lasted from Dec 16, 1944 – Jan 25, 1945. -
Battle of Iwo Jima
A seaborne invasion on the island of Iwo Jima, fought between the United States and Japan. Lasted between Feb 19, 1945 – Mar 26, 1945. -
VE Day
VE stands for victory in Europe, the day stands for when Germany surrendered. -
Battle of Okinawa
A battle fought on the island of Okinawa, this battle is the 6th most lethal battle the US fought in number american deaths. Lasted between Apr 1, 1945 – Jun 22, 1945. -
Dropping of the Atomic Bomb
The day when the US first used the Atomic Bomb in an attempt to end the war with Japan -
VJ Day
VJ stands for victory in Japan, this day represents the day Japan surrendered to the US, also marking the end of WW2.
