8682: Second World War
The Second World War or World War Two (1939-1945) is said to have been the greatest and most destructive war in history. Whereas military operations in the First World War were conducted primarily on the European continent, World War Two included gigantic struggles not only in Europe but in Asia, Africa, and the far-flung islands of the Pacific as well. More than 17 million members of the armed forces of the various belligerents perished during the conflict. Its conduct strained the economic capabilities of the major nations and left many countries on the edge of collapse.
Details
- Record Type:
- Historical Event
- Date / From:
- 1 Sep 1939
- To:
- 15 Aug 1945
- Record Maintained by:
- HC
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Malcolm Macinnes in uniform