WWII in Pictures

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  • Germany Invades Poland

    Germany Invades Poland
    The German invasion of Poland was the effect of trying to regain lost territory. Lasting from 1 September 1939 – 6 October 1939. The, now, well-known blitzkrieg strategy was used during this invasion. This is known as the start of the war. France and Britain, known allies of Poland, declared war on Germany two days after this event started. “Significant Events of World War II.” U.S. Department of Defense, 2020, www.defense.gov/News/Feature-Stories/story/article/2293108/. Accessed 1 May 2023.

  • The Battle of Britain

    The Battle of Britain
    With Frances surrender making Germany feel powerful the Battle of Britain began. Lasting from Jul 10, 1940 – Oct 31, 1940, this period was full of bomber attacks from the Luftwaffe. It was the first battle fought only in air. This battle showed the courage and strength of Britain which Germany underestimated. “Significant Events of World War II.” U.S. Department of Defense, 2020, www.defense.gov/News/Feature-Stories/story/article/2293108/. Accessed 1 May 2023.

  • The US declares war on Japan & Germany and Italy

    The US declares war on Japan & Germany and Italy
    After the events of Pearl Harbour the US then declared war on Japan a day later on December 8, 1941 - December 11, 1941 marks the day that the US then declared war on Germany and France as well. It was also the day that Roosevelts very well known "A date which will live in infamy" speech came about. “Significant Events of World War II.” U.S. Department of Defense, 2020, www.defense.gov/News/Feature-Stories/story/article/2293108/. Accessed 1 May 2023.

  • D-Day

    D-Day
    D-Day or The Invasion of Normandy, was a full force attack from the allies including the land, air, and sea forces. Lasting June 6, 1944 - July 24, 1944. Over 150,000 allied forces successfully landed on the beaches. Known as the largest invasion in history. Most prominent loss of troops and territory for Germany. “Significant Events of World War II.” U.S. Department of Defense, 2020, www.defense.gov/News/Feature-Stories/story/article/2293108/. Accessed 1 May 2023.

  • Japan Surrenders

    Japan Surrenders
    After the events of The Atomic Bombings in Nagasaki and Hiroshima on 6 & 9 August, 1945, Japan was forced to surrender. The Japanese Foreign, Minister Mamoru Shigemitsu signed in order for the WWII to be officially over. “Full Circle: The Japanese Surrender in Tokyo Bay, September 2, 1945 | the National WWII Museum | New Orleans.” The National WWII Museum | New Orleans, 2 Sept. 2020, www.nationalww2museum.org/war/articles/japanese-surrender-tokyo-bay-september-2-1945. Accessed 1 May 2023.