WW 2

World War II (1939–1945) 

Was a global conflict involving major powers divided into the Allies and the Axis. Triggered by Germany’s invasion of Poland, it spread across Europe, Africa, Asia, and the Pacific. Key leaders included Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin, Hitler, and Hirohito.

The war saw massive battles, strategic bombing, and atrocities such as the Holocaust. Technological and military advancements, including tanks, aircraft, and the first atomic bombs, shaped the conflict.

Turning points included the Battle of Britain, Stalingrad, and D-Day. The war ended with Germany’s surrender in May 1945 and Japan’s in September, leaving millions dead and reshaping the modern world.