Questions and Answers
What is the country known for its iconic symbol, the Union Jack?
Which European country is known for the Eiffel Tower?
France
Which country was led by Adolf Hitler during World War II?
Germany
What is the country known for its historical influence in the Mediterranean and the Roman Empire?
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Which country was created as a separate nation following the end of World War I?
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Which country was invaded by Germany in 1939, marking the start of World War II?
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Which former nation was a major player on the Eastern Front during World War II?
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Which European country remained neutral during World War II and is famous for its chocolate?
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Which country, under Francisco Franco, remained neutral during World War II?
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Which country was annexed by Nazi Germany in 1938?
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Study Notes
European Countries in World War II
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Great Britain
- Allied power and a key player in the war.
- Known for resisting the Axis powers, particularly during the Battle of Britain.
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France
- Initially part of the Allies, fell to German invasion in 1940.
- Known for the Maginot Line defense and later the Free French Forces under Charles de Gaulle.
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Germany
- Main Axis power led by Adolf Hitler.
- Invaded multiple countries including Poland, France, and the Soviet Union, initiating global conflict.
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Italy
- Initially allied with Germany but switched sides after Mussolini's fall in 1943.
- Participated in campaigns across North Africa and the Mediterranean.
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Czechoslovakia
- Former independent nation, occupied by Germany in 1939.
- The Munich Agreement allowed for its partition, exemplifying appeasement policies.
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Poland
- First country invaded by Germany in 1939, marking the war's official start.
- Experienced severe devastation and occupation during the war.
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Soviet Union
- Initially signed a non-aggression pact with Germany, later invaded in 1941.
- Key role in the defeat of Germany through major battles like Stalingrad and Moscow.
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Spain
- Remained neutral throughout the war despite its fascist government under Franco.
- Provided support to Axis powers indirectly and served as a haven for refugees.
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Switzerland
- Maintained a policy of neutrality throughout World War II.
- Known for its banking secrecy and served as a site for international diplomacy.
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Austria
- Annexed by Germany in 1938 (Anschluss).
- Integrated into the German war machine and faced a long occupation post-war.
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