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Adolf Hitler was born
Adolf Hitler was born. After a disappointing childhood, he grew up to be one of the worlds most remembered dictators. He created concentration camps killing millions of Jews. He soon lead his country into another world war. -
Hitler Becomes Chancelor
Hitler wanted control of Germany. After pressuring president Hindenhurg, Hitler was able to become chancellor. Hitler created a new governement, the Nazi's. -
Hitler goes against the Treaty of Versailles
Hitler starts doing many things to get Germany out of their economic depression. He violates the treaty by building a new air force, and soon creating a new military conscription. -
Night of Shattered Glass
The night called "Kristallnacht" was a night of terror for the Jews. At least 100 were murdered as the Nazi's burned down synagogues and businesses. Thousands were sent to concentration camps, and the others were banned from doing many things in their everyday life. -
Nazi-Soviet Nonagression Pact
The Nazi-Soviet Nonagression Pact was a promise between Germany and the Soviet Union not to attack eachother. Hitler made compromises with Stalin, and Germany was soon able to invade Poland. This did not go unnoticed. -
World War 2 Begins
World War 2 started when Germany split Poland. Britain and France declared war on Germany when they continued to invade.The war lasted 6 years. -
Hitler Invades the Soviet Union
Though the Germany and the Soviet Union were alliances, Hitler decided to invade the Soviet Union. He thought that by doing so, he would be eliminating Russia as support for Britain. Hitler did not see this as a difficult task. -
The Attack on Pearl Harbor
The Japanese attacked a US naval base in Pearl Harbor, leading to a turning point in the war. Many Americans were killed, and this upset the United States. Because of this attack, the US soon entered the war. Japan also attacked the Philippines and Dutch East Indies. -
Battle of Midway
America had struck back at the Japanese. The Japanese lost over 300 aircrafts, and over 3,000 men. Soon they had to flee from the area. -
D-Day
Eisenhower lead an invasion on the beaches of Normandy. The Allies went through many obsticals, such as machine gun fire and mines. After a few months, they were able to push through Germany's defense. -
Hitler commits suicide
After many years of dictatorship and war, Hitler takes his own life. He also takes the life of his wife and child. Without a leader, the Nazi's surrender soon after. His suicide was only 2 days after Mussolini was assassinated. -
Germany surrenders
After years of fighting and betrayal, Germany finally surrendered to the Soviets. Though Germany thought it would be an easy task to overcome the Soviets. the Soviets were able to over power Germany. This helped to bring the war to a close. -
The First Atomic Bomb
To protect the United States, Truman decided to drop 2 atomic bombs on Japan. The first was on Hiroshima. Another was dropped not long after. -
The Second Atomic Bomb
Radiation poisoning 3 days after the dropping of the first atomic bomb, a second was dropped on Nagasaki. Many people died, and these bombs left long term troubles for the Japanese, such as radiation. People continued to die due to radiation years after the bombs were dropped. -
The Japs Surrender
After many years of fighting and war, Japan surrenders. This brings the war to an end. Millions died in the war, whether they were a civilian or a soldier. -
Japan Formally Surrenders
Japan formally surrenders, offically ending World War 2.After signing a treaty, their military, naval, and air forces were destroyed. Radiation became a long term problem for the Japanese, and the economy went down rapidly.
