Key Battles and Events WW2 is often broken down into a number of key battles that played a major role in the course of the war. These battles are often separated into the European and Pacific Theaters, but also can be divided into further theaters, such as the Pacific Theater containing th...
America needed a victory but it was more than a symbolic revenge, it stopped the Japan advance in the Pacific and caused material and human losses that could never be replaced. Had the US lost the battle, the continuation of the war might have been more problematic. The US first victory ...
The Soviet Union defeats Germany in the Battle of Stalingrad. With more than two million casualties, this was one of the bloodiest battles in human history. The victory was a turning point, energizing Soviet forces, and forcing the Germans to retreat. 1943 January 14 to 24 The Casablanca Conf...
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WW2 Timeline of Events The major events of the war, as they happened. For detailed timelines in each theatre, please see our articles on the European Theatre, the Mediterranean Theatre, and the Pacific Theatre. 1939 September 1 Germany invades Poland and annexed Danzig, violating the Munich Pact...
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