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.

World War II was fought from 1939 to 1945. Learn more about World War II combatants, battles and generals, and what caused World War II.

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.

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

Nov 18, 2009 · In the final push to defeat the Axis powers of Italy and Germany during World War II (1939-45), the U.S. and Great Britain, the leading Allied powers, planned to invade Italy.

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

Mar 19, 2020 · No other corporation, anywhere on earth, at any time in history, ever did more to win a war. Stream World War II series and specials commercial-free in HISTORY Vault.

Apr 23, 2018 · The D-Day military invasion that helped to end World War II was one the most ambitious and consequential military campaigns in human history.

Nov 9, 2018 · World War II was more destructive than any war before it. During the six-year conflict, millions of people were injured, landmarks were destroyed, and an estimated 45-60 …