The Outbreak of World War II: 80 Years Later
80 years ago, on September 1, 1939, the world was plunged into darkness as World War II began
Nazi Germany invaded Poland, marking the start of a conflict that would claim the lives of tens of millions of people and forever alter the course of world history.
The war was sparked by a number of factors, including the rise of fascism in Europe, the Treaty of Versailles, and the failure of the League of Nations.
The war ended with the defeat of Nazi Germany and the Axis powers in 1945.
The outbreak of World War II had a profound impact on the world, including:
- The loss of tens of millions of lives
- The destruction of entire cities
- The division of Europe into two spheres of influence
- The rise of the United States as a global superpower
The war also left a lasting legacy of pain and suffering, which continues to affect the world today.
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