Oct 29, 2009 · World War II, the largest and deadliest conflict in human history, involved more than 50 nations and was fought on land, sea and air in nearly every part of the world.

Sparked by the 1939 Nazi invasion of Poland, World War II pitted the Allied forces (led by the United States, Great Britain and the U.S.S.R.) against the Axis powers (Nazi Germany, Japan and Italy).

May 5, 2021 · With Adolf Hitler leading a German invasion of Poland in 1939, World War II was launched, a deadly global conflict waged across Europe and the Pacific until 1945.

Aug 11, 2020 · How Did World War II End? Explore five defining events that led to the conclusion of World War II on September 2, 1945.

Jun 11, 2019 · When the United States entered World War II after the 1941 attacks on Pearl Harbor, men shipped overseas by the millions to serve in the war.

Mar 5, 2010 · Some 350,000 women served in the U.S. Armed Forces in World War II, both at home and abroad.

Jul 8, 2025 · In September 1939, both Great Britain and France would declare war on Germany, marking the official start of World War II.

Feb 9, 2010 · Japan formally surrenders to the Allies aboard the USS Missouri, bringing an end to World War II.

This visually astonishing landmark series presents the story of World War II through the eyes of 12 Americans who experienced the war firsthand.

Nov 16, 2009 · On September 1, 1939, German forces under the control of Adolf Hitler invade Poland, beginning World War II.