Timeline: World War II
When did World War II begin?
- World War II began on September 1, 1939, when Germany invaded Poland.
Which country was not a member of the Axis Powers?
- France was not a member of the Axis Powers.
Which country was not a member of the Allied Powers?
- Italy was not a member of the Allied Powers.
Which battle marked the turning point of the war in Europe?
- The Battle of Stalingrad marked the turning point of the war in Europe.
Which country suffered the most casualties during World War II?
- The Soviet Union suffered the most casualties during World War II, with an estimated 27 million deaths.
Which two cities were destroyed by atomic bombs in 1945?
- Hiroshima and Nagasaki were destroyed by atomic bombs in 1945.
Which country was the first to declare war in World War II?
- Poland was the first country to be invaded, and the first to declare war.
Which country was the last to surrender in World War II?
- Japan was the last country to surrender, on September 2, 1945.
Which country was not occupied by Germany during World War II?
- Spain was not occupied by Germany during World War II.
Which famous conference was held in 1945 to discuss the post-war world?
- The Potsdam Conference was held in 1945 to discuss the post-war world.
