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September 1, 1939: Germany Invades Poland

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September 1, 1939: Germany Invades Poland

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World War II officially began when Nazi Germany, led by Adolf Hitler, invaded Poland. This aggressive act prompted Britain and France to declare war on Germany two days later. The invasion introduced a new military strategy called 'Blitzkrieg' (lightning war), which involved rapid coordinated attacks by air and land forces.

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September 8, 1941: Siege of Leningrad Begins

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September 8, 1941: Siege of Leningrad Begins

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German forces began the Siege of Leningrad, which would last 872 days and become one of the longest and most destructive sieges in history. The city's residents faced extreme hardships, including severe food shortages and harsh winters.

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June 22, 1941: Operation Barbarossa Begins

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June 22, 1941: Operation Barbarossa Begins

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Nazi Germany launched Operation Barbarossa, a massive invasion of the Soviet Union, breaking the Nazi-Soviet non-aggression pact. This became the largest military operation in history and marked a crucial turning point in the war.

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Japanese forces launched a surprise aerial attack on the U.S. naval base at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. This devastating attack killed 2,403 Americans and destroyed numerous ships and aircraft. The next day, the United States declared war on Japan and entered World War II.

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December 11, 1941: Germany Declares War on USA

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December 11, 1941: Germany Declares War on USA

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Following Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor and America's entry into the war, Nazi Germany and Italy declared war on the United States. This decision by Hitler united the European and Pacific conflicts into a truly global war.

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February 19, 1942: Japanese Internment Begins

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February 19, 1942: Japanese Internment Begins

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President Roosevelt signed Executive Order 9066, leading to the internment of approximately 120,000 Japanese Americans in camps across the United States. This controversial decision affected many innocent American citizens and remained a dark chapter in American history.

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The largest seaborne invasion in history, known as D-Day, began when Allied forces landed on five beaches in Normandy, France. This crucial operation, called Operation Overlord, marked the beginning of the liberation of German-occupied Western Europe.

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August 6, 1945: Atomic Bomb on Hiroshima

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August 6, 1945: Atomic Bomb on Hiroshima

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The United States dropped the first atomic bomb used in warfare on the Japanese city of Hiroshima. The bomb, nicknamed 'Little Boy,' caused unprecedented destruction and led to Japan's eventual surrender. This marked the beginning of the atomic age.

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Japan formally surrendered aboard the USS Missouri in Tokyo Bay, officially ending World War II. This day became known as Victory over Japan Day (V-J Day) and marked the end of the deadliest conflict in human history.

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Nazi Germany surrendered unconditionally to the Allied forces, marking Victory in Europe Day (V-E Day). This historic moment ended the war in Europe, though fighting continued in the Pacific theater.

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Q1. When did World  War II officially begin?

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Q1. When did World  War II officially begin?

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Q2. Who was the leader of Nazi Germany during this invasion?

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Q2. Who was the leader of Nazi Germany during this invasion?

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Q3. Which two countries declared war on Germany two days after the invasion of Poland?

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Q3. Which two countries declared war on Germany two days after the invasion of Poland?

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Q4. Which country was the staging ground for the D-Day invasion?

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Q4. Which country was the staging ground for the D-Day invasion?

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Q5. What type of attack was launched on Pearl Harbor?

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Q5. What type of attack was launched on Pearl Harbor?

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Q6. What was unique about the D-Day invasion in military history?

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Q6. What was unique about the D-Day invasion in military history?

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Q8. Why was it important for the surrenders to be formal, public events rather than just secret agreements?

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Q8. Why was it important for the surrenders to be formal, public events rather than just secret agreements?

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Q9. What do these surrender ceremonies tell us about how World War II ended compared to how World War I ended?

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Q9. What do these surrender ceremonies tell us about how World War II ended compared to how World War I ended?