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1 day ago · The campaign was fought until 10 June 1940 and saw the escape of King Haakon VII and Crown Prince Olav to the United Kingdom. A British, French and Polish expeditionary force of 38,000 troops landed in the north. It had moderate success but made a rapid strategic retreat after the Battle of France began on 14 May.
1 day ago · World War II or the Second World War (1 September 1939 – 2 September 1945) was a global conflict between two alliances: the Allies and the Axis powers.
3 days ago · A flag captured from a Danish ship by Lübeck forces in 1427 showed the arms of Denmark, Sweden, Norway and Pomerania. The original flag was destroyed in World War II during an Allied bombing raid on Lübeck, but a 19th-century copy remains in Frederiksborg Palace, Denmark.
May 16, 2024 · Here are the most major events that transpired after World War 2 ended.This timeline captures pivotal events from 1945 CE to 2023 CE, focusing on modern developments, technological advancements, and significant political changes.
May 26, 2024 · World War 2 was the largest and deadliest conflict in human history. Spanning from 1939 to 1945, it involved most of the world‘s nations and resulted in an estimated 70-85 million fatalities. Here are 100 facts that highlight the key events, turning points, and lasting impact of this devastating war:
Jun 1, 2024 · Genealogy for Olav Ragnridson Stein (1233 - 1299) family tree on Geni, with over 260 million profiles of ancestors and living relatives.
May 14, 2024 · A history of World War II as it was fought in Europe, based on primary source documents and other historical artifacts. Features include period art works and photographs; excerpts from literary works, letters, speeches, broadcasts, and diaries; summary boxes; a timeline; maps; and a list of additional resources.
