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World War 2 Time Line
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Adolf Hitler, Leader of Germany
Adolf Hitler was declared the chancellor of Germany on this day. He was their hope and savior from the harsh terms of the Treaty of Versailles. Hitler had blamed the hard Germany times on the treaty as a scapgoat to his future actions. -
FDR elected President
This was the first of four terms that Franklin D. Roosevelt was elected. He ran against Herbert Hoover. -
Establishment of Dachau
Approximately three months after Hitler became the leader of Germany, he created Dachau. This was the first concentration camp. It was located 10 miles northwest of Munich. -
US recognizes USSR
FDR formally recognizes the USSR with hope that there will be trade and a military ally forming. -
Start of Spanish Civil War
This was the start of what is known as the "dress rehersal" for World War 2. -
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Stalin's Purges
Stalin and many others joined together. They sentenced large amounts of people to death over the course of the 2 years. -
FDR's Second Election
In his second election, FDR ran against Alfred Landon. -
Nazi Invasion
Czechoslovakia was invaded by the Nazis on this day. -
End of Spanish Civil War
The ending of the Spanish Civil War resulted in France ruling Spain until 1975 -
The Pact of Steel was Signed
Germany and Italy formed a military and political alliance known as the Axis powers. -
Invasion of Poland
The Germans invaded Poland on this day. Although it didn't start the war it was one of the main sparks that triggered the war. -
The Beginning of WW2
The invasion of Poland sparked the following 6 year war. -
Britain's Declaration of War
Britain declared war against Nazi Germany. This was the start of World Waar 2. -
France Declares War
France, along with Britain, declares war against Nazi Germany. This was a result of the invasion of Poland. -
France surrenders
The surrendering of France was the outcome of the invasion by Italy and Germany. -
Battle of Britain Starts
In this battle, The Royal Air Force goes against the German Luftwaffe. -
End of Battle of Britain
As a result Britain wins against Germany. -
FDR's 3rd Term
Franklin D. Roosevelt was elected into his third term on this day after a tough battle against Wendell Willkie. -
Germany invades Soviet Union
Germany's invasion of the Soviet Union begins. This event was also known as Operation Barbarossa. -
Japan Attacks Pearl Harbor
Pearl Harbor is bombed by Japan on this morning. This sparks America's entry to the war. -
US enters War
America's entering was sparked the morning before when Pearl Harbor was bombed. -
Germany & Italy declare war on US
After the United States joins the war, Germany and Italy declares war on them. -
Japanese-American Internment Camps Started
Japanese-Americans were forced into these camps as a result of the Pearl Harbor bombing. -
Battle of Midway Begins
Here, the Japanese landed a surprise attack so they could take the island over to control the Pacific. -
Battle of Midway Ends
After a long 4 days, the US had one of the most significant victories against Japan. -
D-Day
On this day, Patton attacks Normandy Beach which is located in Northern France. -
Japanese-Americans are Released
On this day, any survivors of the internment camps were released and were returned their freedom in the US. -
FDR's Death
Sadly after being elected for the fourth term, FDR dies in Warm Springs, Georgia. -
Truman Became President
After FDR's sudden death, Vice President Truman was sworn in. -
German Government Surrendered
The day was declared a national holiday to mark Victory in Europe Day. -
The End of WW2
The victors, USSR and USA, were rivals which resulted in the Cold War. The Cold War lasted for the next 46 years.
