History of Europe

What were the main events from invasion of Poland to bombing Pearl Harbor?

September 1, 1939: Germany invades Poland, marking the beginning of World War II.

September 3, 1939: Britain and France declare war on Germany.

November 30, 1939: The Soviet Union invades Finland, starting the Winter War.

April 9, 1940: Germany invades Denmark and Norway.

May 10, 1940: Germany invades Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg.

May 26, 1940: France surrenders to Germany.

June 10, 1940: Italy declares war on France and Britain.

June 22, 1940: The Battle of Britain begins.

September 27, 1940: The Tripartite Pact is signed between Germany, Italy, and Japan.

December 7, 1941: Japan bombs Pearl Harbor, bringing the United States into World War II.