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When did Germany invade Poland?

  • May 10, 1940
  • September 1, 1939 (correct)
  • December 7, 1941
  • June 10, 1940
  • What date did France and Great Britain declare war on Germany?

    September 3, 1939

    The Phony War lasted from __________ to __________.

    September 3, 1939, May 10, 1940

    What was the outcome of Germany's invasion of Denmark and Norway?

    <p>Both countries were occupied</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What military strategy did Hitler use during the invasion of Belgium, France, Holland, and Luxembourg?

    <p>Blitzkrieg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many soldiers were rescued during the evacuation of Dunkirk?

    <p>338,000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When did Italy declare war on Great Britain and France?

    <p>June 10, 1940</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Battle of Britain was fought as a prelude to __________.

    <p>Operation Sea Lion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What major event happened on June 22, 1940?

    <p>France surrendered to Germany</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the aim of Operation Barbarossa?

    <p>To seize Soviet territory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the result of the Siege of Leningrad?

    <p>One million residents died from starvation and hyperthermia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What event occurred on December 7, 1941?

    <p>Japan bombed Pearl Harbor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Germany Invades Poland

    • Germany launched a surprise attack on Poland on September 1, 1939, marking the start of World War II.
    • This invasion followed the signing of a non-aggression pact between Germany and the Soviet Union.

    France and Great Britain Declare War on Germany

    • On September 3, 1939, Britain and France declared war on Germany after demanding troop withdrawal from Poland.
    • Germany's refusal to comply with the ultimatum led to the onset of hostilities between the Allies and Germany.

    The Phony War

    • The "Phony War" lasted from September 1939 to May 10, 1940, marked by a lack of significant military operations in Western Europe.
    • Allied forces assembled behind the Maginot Line, creating a stagnant front that resulted in little conflict during this period.

    Germany Invades Denmark and Norway

    • Germany's surprise invasion of Denmark and Norway in April 1940 ended the Phony War.
    • The quick capitulation of Denmark and prolonged engagement in Norway aimed to secure strategic positions against Britain.

    Germany Invades Belgium, France, Holland, and Luxembourg

    • Between May 10 and early July 1940, Germany utilized Blitzkrieg tactics to quickly conquer the Netherlands, Belgium, and Luxembourg.
    • A surprise attack through the Ardennes forest allowed German forces to bypass the defenses and invade France.

    Evacuation of Dunkirk

    • From May 26 to June 4, 1940, British and French troops were evacuated from Dunkirk as they faced encirclement by German forces.
    • The British Navy, supported by civilian vessels, successfully rescued approximately 338,000 soldiers from the beaches.

    Italy Declares War on Great Britain and France

    • Italy joined the Axis powers on June 10, 1940, after remaining neutral initially.
    • Mussolini aligned Italy with Germany following the fall of France to share in the expected victories.

    Battle of Britain

    • The Battle of Britain occurred from July 10, 1940, to June 1941, involving intense aerial combat between the German Luftwaffe and the British Royal Air Force.
    • Despite extensive bombings, Britain maintained morale and resistance against German air offensives.

    France Surrenders to Germany

    • France fell to German forces following the evacuation at Dunkirk, with Paris captured by June 14, 1940.
    • On June 22, 1940, France formally surrendered, leading to the establishment of a Vichy government under Marshal Henri Petain.

    Germany Invades the Soviet Union (Operation Barbarossa)

    • Operation Barbarossa commenced on June 22, 1941, when Germany invaded the Soviet Union, aiming to seize resources and eliminate communism.
    • Initial success pushed Soviet forces back to Moscow and Leningrad, but harsh winter conditions posed significant challenges for German troops.

    Siege of Leningrad

    • From September 8, 1941, to January 27, 1944, Leningrad was besieged, leading to severe shortages of food and heating resources.
    • An estimated one million residents died from starvation and harsh winter conditions during the prolonged siege.

    Japan Bombs Pearl Harbor

    • On December 7, 1941, Japan launched a surprise attack on Pearl Harbor, a U.S. Navy base in Hawaii, bringing the United States into World War II.
    • The attack resulted in approximately 3,000 American casualties and significantly escalated tensions between Japan and the U.S.

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