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Second World War

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.

Title: Second World War
Record Type: Historical Events
Gaelic Name: An Dàrna Cogadh
Date: Between 01-09-1939 and 15-08-1945
Record Maintained By: HC
Subject Id: 8682