World War 2 Flashcards
Summarize the battle of Poland?
( bataille de pologne )
Using the blitzkrieg method Germany invaded half of Poland the Polish were very overwhelmed by their lack of resources and lack of preparations on September 17 Soviet Union invaded the other side of Poland because Germany and the Soviet Union had a secret agreement October 6, 1939. Poland was defeated. This was the start of World War 2.
Summarize the battle of France?
( bataille de france )
Germany launched a rapid invasion of France and the low countries using Blitzkrieg tactics. France fast because they were underprepared this change the course of World War 2.
Summarize the battle of Britain?
(bataille d’angleterre)
Was mainly an on air flight between German’s Luftwaffe and British royal air forces. Germany wanted to gain control of the sky to prepare for an invasion, the loot, a bomb British cities and military sites, but the royal Air Force is defended well the Germans lost the battle Germany failed to take force of the air, which was a king moment in the war allowing Britain to stay free and keep fighting.
Summarize the battle of the Atlantic?
( bataille de l’atlantique )
Between Allied forces and Germany for control of the Atlantic ocean Germany, use submarine to attack all ships to cut off the supplies to Britain and other countries the allies responded by improving their naval tactics convoy to protect the ships developing better anti-submarine ships both sides struggled by by 1943. The allies began to win to make sure their supplies could safely reach the destinations which helped them win the war.
Summarize operation Barbarosa?
(opération barbarossa)
Germany’s invasion of on the Soviet army. It was the biggest military attack ever at that time. Germany wanted to quickly invade the Soviet army and take important cities. It started by a successful surprise attack, but the cold Russian winter and strong. Soviet Army slowed them down by the end of 1941. The plan did not work and change the course of World War 2.
Summarize the battle of Stalingrad?
( bataille de stalingrad)
Battle with Germany and the Soviet Union Germany, wanted to capture the the city of Stalingrad this failed. It was a big turning point in World War 2. ( one of the deadliest battles )
Summarize the battle of El Alamein?
( bataille d’el alamein)
In North Africa, it was a battle between Allied force less mostly British and the German Italian force is the allies want to stop the axis from moving into Egypt and reaching the Suez Canal after fighting the allies you strong defences to push back the enemy in November, the allies, one which is an important turning point in the fight in North Africa.
Summarize the battle of Midway?
( bataille de midway)
Naval battle between the United States and Japan the USA broke Japan’s code and wanted to stop them from island hopping/taking over the Pacific the USA one giving the allies in advantage has changed the course of the war in the pacific lot.
Summarize the battle of Kursk?
( bataille de Koursk)
One of the largest tank battles ever between Soviet Union, Germany, Germany wanted to take back in control after losing state and ground, but Germany laws would push them back, which was a huge turning point.
Summarize D-Day battle of Normandy?
Allied forces landed on the beaches of Normandy to fight Germans, the allies plan to free Europe from Nazi control. The operation was successfully deliberation of France and marking the end for Nazi Germany in World War 2.
Summarize the battle of the bulge?
(bataille des Ardennes)
Germany launched a surprise attack through the our ardens forest, aiming to split the allied forces the battle weakened, Germany, and they eventually lost his help the allies advance of Germany.
Summarize Battle of Iwo Jima?
( bataille d’iwo jima )
USA and Japan, the USA aim to capture the island to use its airfield for attacking Japan. US USA secured Iwo Jima raising the famous flag on Mount Suribachi. This would help to allies to move closer to Japan.
summarize battle of Okinawa?
( Bataille d’Okinawa)
In the Pacific USA tried to capture we can I want to use it space for an invasion of Japan the flight brought the allies closer to Japan, but showed them how hard it would be
Summer battle of Pearl Harbour?
( bataille de Pearl Harbor)
A surprise military attack by the Imperial Japanese Navy against the United States naval base at Pearl Harbor in Hawaii. The attack aimed to disable the U.S. Pacific Fleet and prevent interference with Japanese military operations in Southeast Asia. In the early morning hours, Japanese forces launched a coordinated strike involving aircraft carriers, bombers, and torpedo planes, resulting in significant damage. Eight battleships were sunk or damaged, along with numerous other vessels and aircraft. The attack led to the United States’ entry into World War II, marking a pivotal moment in the conflict.
What’s the date of the battle of Poland?
September 1 to October 6, 1939
What is the date of the battle of Britain?
July 10 to October 31, 1940
What is the date of the battle of the Atlantic?
September 3, 1939 to May 8, 1945
What is the date of the operation Barbarossa?
June 22 to December 5, 1941
What is the date of the battle of Stalingrad?
August 23, 1942 to February 2, 1943
What is the date of the battle of El Alamein ?
October 23, November 11, 1942
What is the date of the battle of Midway?
June 4-7, 1942
What is the date of the battle of Kursk?
July 5 to August 23, 1943
What is the date of D-Day/battle of Normandy?
June 6 to August 1944
What is the date of the battle of bulge?
December 16 1944 to January 25, 1945
