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Jul 22, 2024 · Battle of Britain, during World War II, the successful defense of Great Britain against unremitting and destructive air raids conducted by the German air force from July through September 1940, after the fall of France. Learn more about the Battle of Britain in this article.
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Battle of France (May 10–June 25, 1940), during World War...
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1 day ago · Under their Molotov–Ribbentrop Pact, Germany and the Soviet Union had partitioned Poland and marked out "spheres of influence" across Eastern Europe; in 1940, the Soviets annexed the Baltic states and parts of Finland and Romania.
6 days ago · The battle lasted from 10 May 1940 until the surrender of the main Dutch forces on 14 May. Dutch troops in the province of Zealand continued to resist the Wehrmacht until 17 May, when Germany completed its occupation of the whole country.
1 day ago · The 1940 United States presidential election was the 39th quadrennial presidential election. It was held on Tuesday, November 5, 1940. Incumbent Democratic President Franklin D. Roosevelt defeated Republican businessman Wendell Willkie to be reelected for an unprecedented third term in office.
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Aug 9, 2024 · World War II - Europe, Pacific, 1940-41: General Sir Archibald Wavell, whose command included not only Egypt but also the East African fronts against the Italians, decided to strike first in North Africa.
Aug 9, 2024 · World War II - Central Europe, Balkans, 1940-41: The continued resistance of the British caused Hitler once more to change his timetable.
2 days ago · These are the best 1940s Western movies, ranked from best to worst by user votes. Some of these great 1940s Westerns featured lone riders saving the day, some of the other classic films on this list leaned more towards comedy rather than drama.