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gemany invades poland
The German invasion began on 1 September 1939, one week after the signing of the Molotov–Ribbentrop Pact between Germany and the Soviet Union. The Soviets invaded Poland on 17 September. -
France and Great Britain declare war on Germany.
during the War of the First Coalition. The brief campaign, on 22–24 February 1797, is the most recent landing on British soil by a hostile foreign force, and thus is often referred to as the "last invasion of mainland Britain". -
Germany uses new techniques to take over northern France
Germany uses quick strikes called blitzkrieg, meaning lightning war, to take over much of western Europe including the Netherlands, Belgium, and northern France. -
Churchill becomes leader of British government
The government was in disarray as Winston Churchill became PM and, on the continent, Germany ended the Phoney War by invading the Low Countries. -
Germany, Italy, and Japan sign the Tripartite Pact creating the Axis Alliance.
Germany, Italy, and Japan sign the Tripartite Pact creating the Axis Alliance. -
italy surenders
Italy surrenders to the Allies, however Germany helps Mussolini to escape and set up a government in Northern Italy. -
U.S marines
US Marines invade the island of Iwo Jima. After a fierce battle they capture the island. -
president Franklin dies
US President Franklin Roosevelt dies. He is succeeded by President Harry Truman. -
death of Adolf Hitler
Adolf Hitler commits suicide as he knows Germany has lost the war. -
Germany surrenders
Germany surrenders to the Allies.
