Oct 29, 2009 · World War II, the largest and deadliest conflict in human history, involved more than 50 nations and was fought on land, sea and air in nearly every part of the world.

Sparked by the 1939 Nazi invasion of Poland, World War II pitted the Allied forces (led by the United States, Great Britain and the U.S.S.R.) against the Axis powers (Nazi Germany, Japan …

Aug 11, 2020 · The war lasted six years and a day. These key moments marked the beginning of Allied victory over the Axis powers.

May 5, 2021 · World War II's longest continuous campaign takes place, with the Allies striking a naval blockade against Germany and igniting a struggle for control of Atlantic Oceansea routes.

Jun 16, 2025 · But one magnificent place was lost to history as a result of Nazi looting and a World War II siege.

Nov 18, 2009 · In the final push to defeat the Axis powers of Italy and Germany during World War II (1939-45), the U.S. and Great Britain, the leading Allied powers, planned to invade Italy.

Sep 1, 2014 · Tens of thousands of Poles died in the invasion, the first of some 50 million men, women and children who would lose their lives in World War II.

Nov 19, 2009 · Catch up on season 1 of WWII in HD, only on The HISTORY Channel. Get exclusive videos, pictures, bios and check out more of your favorite moments from seasons past.

Jul 2, 2018 · Women who remained in the workplace were usually demoted. But after their selfless efforts during World War II, men could no longer claim superiority over women.

May 14, 2020 · The Post World War II Boom: How America Got Into Gear After years of wartime rationing, American consumers were ready to spend money—and factories made the switch …