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Japanese Attack on Pearl Harbor
The Japanese Imperial Navy launched an assault on Pearl Harbor, killing over 2000 Americans and sinking over 18 ships. This forced the U.S. to enter WW2 the following day.
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USA in WW2
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Axis Forces fail African campaign
Axis forces were pushed back from Africa, marking a huge victory for the Allies
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Invasion of Normandy (D-DAY)
Ally forces storm the beach of Normany, France, breaking Axis fortifications and gaining a much needed foothold on the European continent. This paved the way to eventual victory for Ally forces.
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Victory in Europe Day
Combined forces of the Allies put an end to Axis powers in Europe, forcing the surrender of Germany.
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=psgYiOU-3iU] -
Japan Surrenders
Following two atomic bomb attacks against their major military production cities, Japan surrenders, ending WW2.
[https://youtu.be/5Tg5JyCnHqk?t=24s]
