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Hitlers Rise to Power
Adolf Hitler becomes the chancellor of Germany which began the start of policies wanting to expand the nation. Germany pulled away from the league of nations and started going against the treaty of Versailles. He used the Nazi party to spread his words. he also used propaganda and party restructure to build his support. -
Signing of the Treaty of Versailles
the Treaty of Versailles ended World War I and was signed by Germany and the allied nations. The terms of the treaty made Germany pay for World War I. This included financial reparations, minimizing their military, losing territory and giving up overseas colonies. under the Treaty of Versailles Germany accepted responsibility of WWI. -
Stock Market Crash
The Stock Market Crash of 1929 marked the beginning of the great depression in the United States. Many European countries had invested in the United States economy when the U.S. The economy crashed, its effects spread into Europe. Germany in particular, experienced dramatic reduction in loans. -
Japanese invasion of manchuria
japan planed an explosion on south Manchurian railway, before they invaded. This lead up to the establishment of the puppet state Manchukuo. This aggressive act was overlooked by the league of nations. This helped Japan to control a large portion of China and gain raw materials. -
Re-militarization of Rhineland
Germany re-militarized Rhineland which went against the Treaty of Versailles. The Treaty of Versailles had Rhineland as a demilitarization zone. No military action was taken against Germany. Lack of response from France and other western countries gave Hitler confidence and encouraged him to pursue other aggressive action like annexation of Austria and the demand on Czechoslovakia. -
Invasion of Poland
The invasion of Poland by Nazi Germany marks the beginning of WWII. It began with a surprise attack by Germany with over 1300 German airplanes in route to cross over into Poland. this began the start of new warfare called, "blitzkrieg' known as lighting warfare. this warfare was much different that trench warfare as it was extremely offense. Poland was outmatched by Germany, as Poland weapons were un-modernized. this as Germany's first win of WWII. -
attack on pearl harbor
the bombing of pearl harbor was done by Japan on the U.S. this brought the United States into the war. Japan aimed to attack the United States because they wanted to secure an early victory and prevent a prolonged conflict. Japan did this in hopes that a surprise attack would hurt the American naval power and prevent immediate retaliation. four days after japan bombed the United States, Nazi Germany declared war with the states. -
battle of midway
the battle of midway was a turning point in the Pacific war. Japanese air craft carriers attacked a damaged American a base. this american marine corps stationed in Midway are were able to withstand the losses, and the facilities only endured minor damages. this marked an American victory over Japan. -
Battle of Stalingrad
The battle of Stalingrad was a victory for the USSR as they defended the city from German takeover. This battles is known for being one of the bloodiest battles in history as the casualties are estimated to be about one point two million. in the final moments of the battle the soviets had the Germans surrounded giving them no choice but to surrender. This Soviet victory marks a turning point for the European theater. -
D-Day
The allied invasion of Normandy starts, leading the liberation of western Nazi control. The troops landed on the beaches but not where they had specifically planned. The amount of causalities were about 4,500 men. Though the deaths are sad, the successes on that day created a path for more allied victory to come. -
The Yalta conference
At the Yalta conference the allied leader discuss post-war plans. This meeting involved the 'big three' ; president Roosevelt, Winston Churchill, and Joseph Stalin. In this meeting they agree on Germany's division into occupation zones. Though there was significant disagreements, they came to compromise along the way. -
Adolf Hitler Commits Suicide
On this day Adolf Hitler and his wife committed suicide. They were both supposed to die by poison but, Hitler being a coward, killed himself by gunshot. His wife however stayed true to her word and took he poison. Sadly, before they killed themselves, they tested the poison on their dog. This was a planned suicide and was supposed to be symbolic in some way. -
Germany's Surrender (VE Day)
Germany unconditionally surrenders to the allies by signing a delegation at a head quarters in France. This marked and official end to the war in Europe and was celebrated as VE day. Despite the signing in France, Stalin insisted in having another one in Berlin to emphasize Soviet victory. -
bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki
the United States dropped bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, Japan which was revenge from the attack on pearl harbor. Japan was unwilling to surrender unconditionally so therefore the United States had to take action. These attacks obliterated the cities and completely leveled them out. The casualties rates were much higher and more destruction was done than intended. -
V-J Day
This date marks the formal surrender of Japan. Documents were signed aboard the USS Missouri In Tokyo bay. The quick news spread across the United States and sparked much celebration.