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Austria annexed by Germany
On March 12, 1938, German troops march into Austria to annex the German-speaking nation for the Third Reich. -
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World War 2
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Hitler takes control of all of Czechoslovakia
After signing the Munich Agreement on Sept. 30, 1938, Hitler swore to abide by a peace treaty with three major Western powers. Nevertheless, on March 15, 1939, Germany's Führer violated the terms of the agreement, choosing to invade Czechoslovakia. Compelled by a desire to assert ideals of Nazism, Hitler sought to gain this prized territory. -
France, England and Italy allow Germany to occupy the German-speaking area of Czechoslovakia
France, England and Italy allow Germany to occupy the German-speaking area of Czechoslovakia -
Hitler invades Poland
German troops parade through Warsaw after the surrender of Poland. -
Australia enters World War II because it is part of the British Empire
Australia was allied with Britain, and sent troops to Europe/North Africa to help British forces there. -
Britain and France declare war on Germany
In response to Hitler's invasion of Poland, Britain and France, both allies of the overrun nation declare war on Germany. -
Italy declares war on France and England
Britain and France declare war on Germany. Britain and France are at war with Germany following the invasion of Poland two days ago -
Japan attacks Pearl Harbour
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The United States and Australia declare war on Japan
