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US Strategy in WWII and Key Operations

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What was the primary strategic focus of the United States during World War II?

To establish naval dominance in the Atlantic.

To prioritize the defeat of Germany before focusing on Japan. (correct)

To concentrate all forces on defeating Japan.

To engage in a two-front war with equal intensity.

What was the main purpose for Allied convoys and air support in the Battle of the Atlantic?

To establish a strategic air base for bombing Germany.

To transport troops to Europe.

To protect allied ships from German U-boat attacks. (correct)

To blockade German ports.

What was the main goal of Operation Torch in 1942?

To initiate the invasion of Italy.

To secure British control of the Mediterranean Sea.

To liberate France from German rule.

To push the Axis Powers out of Africa. (correct)

Which strategic decision led to the initial arrest of Mussolini during World War II?

<p>The invasion of Italy. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary significance of D-Day, June 6, 1944?

<p>The start of the large-scale invasion of mainland Europe. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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US Strategy in WWII

The US employed a "Europe First" strategy in WWII.
This prioritized defeating Germany before focusing on Japan.
Germany could have won the war without Japan, but Japan couldn't without Germany.

Battle of the Atlantic

Allied convoys and aircraft were used to protect against German U-boats.
U-boats were successful in sinking hundreds of ships.

Operation Torch (1942)

The US and UK drove Axis powers out of North Africa.
Forces were led by Eisenhower, Patton, and Bradley.

Invasion of Italy (1943)

Italy was invaded and Mussolini was arrested.

Operation Overlord (D-Day)

The invasion of mainland Europe began on June 6, 1944.
Dwight D. Eisenhower commanded the forces.
175,000 US, UK, and allied troops landed in Normandy, France.
Troops crossed the English Channel.

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Explore the United States' strategic decisions during World War II, including the Europe First strategy, the Battle of the Atlantic, and major operations like Torch and Overlord. Delve into the roles of significant commanders and understand the impacts of these military actions on the overall war effort.