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Explore this tool to find the battles listed in your LT Packet

Start with 1939 (invasion of Poland)

Move onto 1940 (& the rest of the years)

Fall of France is Battle of France in 1940

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Redesigned and refactored by

Brigadier General John S. Brown, USA (Ret.)

Chief Historian/Writer

Produced and directed by

Original design by

United States President Woodrow Wilson and others spoke of World War I as "the war to end all wars" or "to make the world safe for democracy." In the twenty years that followed, these high ideals ran afoul of a flawed and retributive peace treaty, the unwillingness of the United States and other non-European powers to assume responsibilities for maintaining peace, newly established dictatorships, national ambitions, and world economic collapse. As horrific as World War I was, it proved the prelude and groundwork for an even more appalling conflict, a world wide struggle that would take the lives of over 60 million people ... World War II.

Early in World War II the Allies committed to the principles of the Atlantic Charter as a definition of their war aims. These principles included national self determination, territorial changes only with the consent of those affected, freedom from want and fear, freedom of the seas, the reduction of trade barriers, global economic and social cooperation, and disarmament. Victory in World War II was a pre-condition to achieve these lofty goals, but much work remained to be done.

Developments through the forty years following World War II, in particular the general advance of democratic governance, greatly justified the sacrifices made by American soldiers, sailors, airmen, marines, and civilians during World War II.

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World War II Timeline Experience - American Battle Monuments Commission

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An interactive World War II timeline of events with descriptions, videos, and photos

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Enemy at the Gates (2/9) Movie CLIP - Battle of Stalingrad (2001) HD

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(also known as Germans Invade Soviet Union)

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America the Story of Us: D-Day Invasion | History

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The Battle of Midway: Anatomy of a Decisive World War II Victory | Battle 360 | History

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The Second World War was a time of major upheaval for children in Britain. Over a million were evacuated from towns and cities and had to adjust to separation from family and friends. Here are 11 ways children were affected by the Second World War.

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22 Amazing Colour Photos Of The Second World War

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From 'A handkerchief in time saves nine' to 'Plan ahead - allow for growing', the Home Front posters of the Second World War give a fascinating insight into life in Britain during the Second World War.

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What The Royal Family Did During The Second World War

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At 6pm on 3 September 1939, King George VI spoke to the people of Britain and the Empire. In his radio broadcast, he talked of the difficult times ahead and urged his people to stand firm.