12 Questions
Which country signed a non-aggression pact with Germany in August 1939?
Soviet Union
What military strategy was used by the Germans to conquer Poland?
Lightning war
Why did France and Great Britain declare war on Germany in 1939?
To oppose Germany's invasion of Poland
What was the key factor that led to the quick German victory over France in 1940?
German air superiority
Which event marked the beginning of World War 2 according to the text?
The invasion of Poland by Germany and the Soviet Union
What was the primary reason for the failure of France's Maginot Line defense strategy?
German armored divisions bypassing it
Which battle is known as the deadliest battle in history with an estimated two million casualties?
Battle of Stalingrad
Which country was pulled into World War II after the attack on Pearl Harbor in December 1941?
United States
What major event led to the United States declaring war on Japan and Germany?
Attack on Pearl Harbor
Which military strategy did the United States employ in the Pacific, focusing on capturing key islands from Japan?
Island Hopping
Which battle marked a major American victory over the Japanese navy in 1942?
Battle of Midway
Who made the decision to drop two atomic bombs on Japan in an attempt to end the war?
Harry Truman
Learn about the non-aggression pact signed between Germany and the Soviet Union in August 1939, leading up to World War II. Discover the reasons behind Hitler's desire to invade Poland and Stalin's focus on strengthening the Soviet military.
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