World War II
Definition
World War II was a global conflict that took place from 1939 to 1945. It involved many countries around the world and resulted in significant political, social, and economic changes.
Related terms
Axis Powers: The alliance between Germany, Italy, and Japan during World War II.
Allies: The alliance between countries such as the United States, Great Britain, Soviet Union, and others who fought against the Axis Powers.
Holocaust: The systematic genocide committed by Nazi Germany during World War II resulting in the mass murder of six million Jews.
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AP European History
AP Human Geography
AP US Government
AP US History
AP World History: Modern
Intro to Political Science
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