War in Europe

Question 1

War in Europe

Answer 1

Blitzkrieg- Lightning war (German strategy against British), Stalingrad (Aug 1942)- Nazi invade Russia in Europe and USSR takes back their land until German Retreat. D-Day.

Question 2

US role in Europe

Answer 2

Initially- trade and give arms. After- savior of Europe with a lot of troops.

Question 3

Why was D-Day important

Answer 3

June 6 1944, Would be the decider if France could fall, lead to the push of Germany back and regain Paris.

Question 4

What was D-day

Answer 4

Decision day, allies invaded Normandy beaches in France, 160000 troops invaded the 50-mile beaches. Goal was to destroy German defenses.

Question 5

What was the battle of Stalingrad

Answer 5

August 1942, turning point of European theatre. 6 months, thousands of russian and german lives lost due to the harsh winters. germans took over stalingrad, then in the winter USSR invades Nazi territory and forces retreat.