Drag and drop the most important steps toward Allied victory in Europe and the Pacific. Some choices may not be used.
the blitzkrieg on Poland
the capture of Berlin by the Soviets
the capture of the Netherlands in 1940
the bombing of Pearl Harbor
the Battle at Midway
victory in Europe
victory in the Pacific
- The blitzkrieg on Poland
- The capture of Berlin by the Soviets
- The bombing of Pearl Harbor
- The Battle at Midway
- Victory in Europe
- Victory in the Pacific
1. The Blitzkrieg on Poland: This marked the beginning of World War II and demonstrated the effectiveness of Germany's military strategy. However, it does not directly contribute towards Allied victory.
2. The capture of the Netherlands in 1940: This helped Germany gain control and expand its power, but it was not a critical step towards Allied victory.
3. The bombing of Pearl Harbor: This attack by the Japanese on the United States' naval base in Hawaii brought the US into the war and was a major turning point in the conflict.
4. The Battle at Midway: This decisive naval battle between the US and Japan marked a turning point in the Pacific War, as the US successfully repelled Japan's advance, causing significant damage to their navy and infrastructure.
5. The capture of Berlin by the Soviets: This marked the end of Nazi Germany and was a critical step towards Allied victory in Europe.
6. Victory in Europe: This refers to the overall defeat of Axis powers in Europe, mainly Germany and Italy, by the Allies.
7. Victory in the Pacific: This refers to the overall defeat of Japan by the Allies, primarily through major battles such as the Battle of Midway and the capturing of key Pacific islands.
Thus, the most important steps towards Allied victory in Europe and the Pacific are:
- The bombing of Pearl Harbor
- The Battle at Midway
- The capture of Berlin by the Soviets
- Victory in Europe
- Victory in the Pacific