Military Role of the USA in WWII - Europe Flashcards
What were some of the effects of Lend-Lease between the United States and USSR?
- The USSR received 18,000 planes, 11,500 tanks, 435,000 trucks, and 500 navy vessels
- The USSR was able to overcome the shock of German invasion
- The Soviets were able to defeat Germans at Stalingrad in 1942 and continued to push back
Describe the destruction which took place during the Battle of the Atlantic from 1939 on.
- US and German ships “sink on sight” each other
2. Germans destroy huge amounts of shipping with U-boats
Why did the Germans have a difficult time taking out US Navy forces during the Battle of the Atlantic?
The United States began replacing ships faster than the Germans could sink them.
How did the US aid the UK during the Battle of the Atlantic?
US ships were able to get enough food to the UK to prevent them from starving.
What developments helped to lessen the threat of U-boats?
Developments in radar and sonar.
When did the United States join Operation Torch in North Africa?
November 1942
What occurred during Operation Torch?
- US and UK forces reclaimed vital oil fields in North Africa
- US and UK forces were able to maintain control of the Suez Canal in Egypt
What happened in North Africa in May 1943?
The Axis surrendered with 250,000 prisoners.
When was an invasion of Italy and Sicily agreed upon by the Allies?
January 1943
Who objected to the planned Allied invasion of Italy and Sicily?
Stalin (USSR)
What major surrender occurred on September 8, 1943?
Italy surrendered to the Allies following Mussolini’s removal from power.
Did the fighting in Italy end after Italy’s surrender?
No. Germany continued to fight the Allies in Italy through April 1945.
