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Polish campaign of 1939

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

Germany's invasion and conquest of Poland in 1939, the first major military application of Blitzkrieg tactics.

AP course connection

Topic 8.8: 8.8 World War II

Unit 8

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