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Germany Invading Poland
Germany started the WWII by invading Poland. -
Britain and France Declaration of War
This event officially started the WWII in Europe. -
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Germany's Invasions
Germany furthers the war by invading Norway, Denmark, Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, and France. -
Germany Invading Soviet Union
German troops advanced deep into the Soviet Union. -
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Jews in WWII
Germany deported millions of Jews to ghettos and to killing centers. This event lead to large amount of killings and is considered unethical. -
Britain Bombing Germany
Britain carried out a raid on the German city of Cologne with a thousand bombers, which bring the war back to Germany. -
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Allies' Success
Allied air forces bombed industrial plants and cities in Reich, reducing much of urban Germany. -
Soviet's Defeat
A final Soviet offensive enabled Soviet forces to encircle the German capital, Berlin. -
Hitler's Suicide
Germany's leader Hitler committed suicide. -
Germany's Surrender
Germany surrendered to Western Allies at Reims on May 7th and to Britain on May 9th.