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World War II began when Nazi Germany invaded Poland using their 'Blitzkrieg' (lightning war) tactics. German forces quickly overwhelmed Polish defenses, using tanks, aircraft, and mobile infantry in coordinated attacks. The invasion prompted Britain and France to declare war on Germany, marking the official start of World War II in Europe.

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Nazi forces captured Paris after their successful invasion of France. The French government fled to Bordeaux, and France would surrender just eight days later. This victory gave Nazi Germany control over most of Western Europe and access to the Atlantic coast, marking a dark period in French history.

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The first major military campaign fought entirely by air forces. The German Luftwaffe attempted to gain air superiority over Britain's Royal Air Force (RAF). Thanks to radar technology, brave pilots, and strategic defense, Britain successfully defended itself, marking Hitler's first major defeat and preventing a German invasion.

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A crucial battle in the North African campaign where British forces under General Montgomery defeated German Field Marshal Rommel's Afrika Korps. This victory prevented Nazi Germany from accessing the Suez Canal and Middle Eastern oil fields, marking a turning point in the war.

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August 23, 1942 - February 2, 1943: Battle of Stalingrad

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August 23, 1942 - February 2, 1943: Battle of Stalingrad

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One of the bloodiest battles in history and a major turning point in WWII. The Soviet defense of Stalingrad stopped the German advance into Russia and marked the beginning of the end for Nazi Germany on the Eastern Front. The battle resulted in nearly 2 million casualties.

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The largest seaborne invasion in history, codenamed Operation Overlord. Allied forces landed on five beaches in Normandy, beginning the liberation of German-occupied France. This massive operation involved over 156,000 troops and marked the opening of the Western Front in Europe.

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Hitler's last major offensive in the West, attempting to split Allied forces by surprising them through the Ardennes Forest. Despite initial German success, Allied forces held firm and eventually pushed back. The battle demonstrated Allied strength and depleted Germany's remaining military resources.

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The final major offensive of the European theater of WWII. Soviet forces captured Berlin, leading to Hitler's suicide and Nazi Germany's unconditional surrender. The battle marked the end of the Nazi regime and World War II in Europe.