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Yugoslavia invaded by the Axis
Axis powers invade Yugoslavia after Yugoslavia announced that they were no longer honouring the agreement that Yugoslavia would join the Axis and allow Axis troops to pass through Yugolsavia. The agreement was made on March 25, 1941
"Holocaust History." Axis Invasion of Yugoslavia. N.p., n.d. Web. 15 Apr. 2013. -
Greece invaded by the Germans
Despite wanting to remain neutral, Greece is invaded for a second time, this time by the Germans. The Greeks were no match for the Germans, but resisted anyways.
"History of GreeceGreece in the 2nd World War." Greece in the Second World War. N.p., n.d. Web. 15 Apr. 2013. -
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Yugoslavia surrenders to the Nazis
After the Axis’ invasion in Yugoslavia eleven days earlier, s. Yugoslavia became divided by the four countries that invaded them- Germany, Italy, Hungary and Bulgaria.
"Yugoslavia Surrenders." History.com. A&E Television Networks, n.d. Web. 15 Apr. 2013.
"Holocaust History." Axis Invasion of Yugoslavia. N.p., n.d. Web. 15 Apr. 2013. -
Greece surrenders to the Germans
Greece surrenders to the Germans after holding them off for eleven days, just long enough for the Greeks to move the army of King George the II, the Greek Army, and the British Expeditionary Force to Crete
"History of GreeceGreece in the 2nd World War." Greece in the Second World War. N.p., n.d. Web. 15 Apr. 2013. -
First Succesful Allied Jet Test
The first Allied plane using jet propulsion is tested succesfully over Cranwell, England. Jets were later used in the war and became an important part of the airforces on both sides.
"First Allied Jet Flies." History.com. A&E Television Networks, n.d. Web. 15 Apr. 2013. -
Axis invade the Soviet Union
The Axis powers launch their invasion of the Soviet Union beginning with a front between the Baltic States and the Black Sea. This was the Germans' largest invasion during the second world war. aka Operation Barbarossa. The Germans broke a treaty pact from 1939.
"Holocaust History." Invasion of the Soviet Union, June 1941. N.p., n.d. Web. 15 Apr. 2013. -
Goering orders Heydich to prepare for Final Solution
A general plan was submitted as to how to find the desired way to deal with the Jewish Question. "emigration and evactuation is the best possible way" This program is what would become mass systematic extermination. "Goering Orders Heydrich to Prepare for the Final Solution." History.com. A&E Television Networks, 2013. Web. 13 Apr. 2013. -
Deportation of German Jews begins
Following the Axis' success in the Soviet Union, Hitler decides to start deporting German Jews to the Soviet Union. This lead to Hitler's "Final Solution" plan near the end of the war.
"Holocaust History." Invasion of the Soviet Union, June 1941. N.p., n.d. Web. 15 Apr. 2013. -
Russians begin counter-attack
The Soviet Union began their counter-attack against Germany. The Germans were pushed out of Moscow and driven back.
"Holocaust History." Invasion of the Soviet Union, June 1941. N.p., n.d. Web. 15 Apr. 2013. -
Americans Join War
Following Pearl Harbour, the Americans join the world war. They will later send troops to Germany to aid the allies in the war against the Germans and the Axis.
"AMERICA GOES TO WAR:." The National WWII Museum. N.p., n.d. Web. 15 Apr. 2013. -
USA and Britain declare war on Japan
With Japan's bombing of Pearl Harbour, and destroying much of the USA's biggest port, in retaliation, USA and Britain declared war on Japan -
Final Solution planned
During a meeting just outside Berlin, the Nazis decide upon their Final Solution plan to mass murder Jews.
"TIMELINES OF HISTORY." Timeline 1942. N.p., n.d. Web. 15 Apr. 2013.
"Wannsee Conference: Conference Site." Encyclopedia Britannica Online. Encyclopedia Britannica, n.d. Web. 15 Apr. 2013. -
British begin bombing Germany
Britain launches their first air raid against Germany in Cologne, as planned by Winston Churchill. 1000 bomber planes are deployed. This was the first attack against Germany on German soil. Pictured is members of Squadron 106 RAF after returning from bombing Cologne.
"RAF Launch the First 1000 Bomber Raid." World War II Today RSS. N.p., n.d. Web. 15 Apr. 2013. -
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Battle of Midway Pulls US's assets out of Europe
Jun4-7: The battle of midway effectively destroyed Japan's naval strength when the Americans destroyed four of its aircraft carriers. Japan eventually recovered. Japan then attacked the US west coast, causing the US to divert military assets away from Europe, thereby lengthening the war in the European Theatre, and allowing Germany to Prevail.
Trueman, Chris. "Battle of Midway." Operation Barbarossa. Learning History Site, 2000. Web. 13 Apr. 2013. -
Germans attack South Russia
Germany, along with Axis allies, began a second offensive against the Soviet Union after crossing the Donets river. This would later lead to the Germans surrendering in Russia.
"World War II (1939-45) : The Germans' Summer Offensive in Southern Russia, 1942." Encyclopedia Britannica Online. Encyclopedia Britannica, n.d. Web. 15 Apr. 2013. -
Germans capture Voronezh
As part of the Axis' offensive in South Russia, the Germans and their Army Group B capture the city of Voronezh.
"World War II (1939-45) : The Germans' Summer Offensive in Southern Russia, 1942." Encyclopedia Britannica Online. Encyclopedia Britannica, n.d. Web. 15 Apr. 2013. -
Rostov captured by the Germans
The Germans 1st Panzer Army captures Rostov 250 miles into their second Russian offensive. Hitler then chose to split his army into two, hoping to make more progress. Later this proved to be a bad decision as it lead to him not having enough resources.
"World War II (1939-45) : The Germans' Summer Offensive in Southern Russia, 1942." Encyclopedia Britannica Online. Encyclopedia Britannica, n.d. Web. 15 Apr. 2013. -
Battle of Stalingrad
On sept 13th, the Battle of Stalingrad began. This battle ran the Germany Army dry in Russia. With this huge loss, the Germany Army was in full retreat. Began the downfall of the Germans. Trueman, Chris. "Battle of Stalingrad" Operation Barbarossa. Learning History Site, 2000. Web. 13 Apr. 2013. -
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Battle of El Alamein
Axis launch a two-prong attack against El Alamein. Eventually General Erwin Rommel (German) begins a retreat and the Allies are successful. This event was a turning point for the Allies in Africa. The Axis powers did not gain control of any part of Africa after the battle of El Alamein.
"Battle of El Alamein Timeline." Battle of El Alamein Timeline. N.p., n.d. Web. 15 Apr. 2013. -
Soviet Union regains airports
During their counter-attack against the Germans, the Soviets finally regain the last of their airports. This leaves the Germans without a way to receive supplies.
"Soviet Counterattack at Stalingrad." History.com. A&E Television Networks, n.d. Web. 15 Apr. 2013. -
All Germans surrender in the Soviet Union
The last of the German troops surrender in the Soviet Union. Only 90,000 German troops were left alive, and they went to prisoner of war camps. Only 5000 survived until the end of the war.
"Soviet Counterattack at Stalingrad." History.com. A&E Television Networks, n.d. Web. 15 Apr. 2013.
