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World War II Complete Guide

Comprehensive WWII study guide covering major battles, leaders, turning points, and important dates from 1939-1945.

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Battle of Britain

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1940 Aerial conflict where the RAF defended the UK against large-scale Luftwaffe attacks.

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Battle of Stalingrad

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1942–1943 The bloodiest battle in history; marked the end of German advances into the Soviet Union.

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Battle of Midway

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June 1942 Crucial naval battle in the Pacific where the US destroyed four Japanese aircraft carriers.

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Battle of El Alamein

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1942 Turning point in North Africa where British forces defeated Rommel's Afrika Korps.

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Battle of the Bulge

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1944–1945 The last major German offensive campaign on the Western Front.

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Battle of Iwo Jima

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1945 Major battle in which the US Marines captured the island to provide airfields for B-29s.

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Battle of Okinawa

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1945 The largest amphibious assault in the Pacific Theater; resulted in massive casualties on both sides.

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Battle of Guadalcanal

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1942–1943 The first major offensive by Allied forces against the Empire of Japan.

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Battle of Kursk

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1943 The largest tank battle in history; ended Germany's ability to launch major offensives in the East.

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Battle of Leyte Gulf

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1944 Considered the largest naval battle of WWII; crippled the Japanese Navy.

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