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Germany invades Poland
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The first day of the war.
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Great Britian and France declare war on Germany.
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Germany invades Denmark and Norway
Denmark surrenders on the day of the attack; Norway holds until June. -
Japan bombs Pearl Harbor
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US troops land in the Philippines
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US troops cross the Rhine River at Remegen
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The Soviets launch their final offensive, encircling Berlin