#11 WWII Battles

One battle from the European Theater was the Battle of Dunkirk. This Battle was also called the "Phony War" or, instead of Battle, Rescue of Dunkirk. The French built a Maginot line on its Eastern border, but the Germans never came. With the Germans in the air only three miles away, the final Allied ship departed, leaving two French divisions defending the perimeter, who later surrendered. However, although the Allies surrendered, they were able to save 332,226 men.

I think the Battle of Dunkirk is important because several Allied men were able to depart, and many survived. When the French attacked the Germans, and beat them, they had 332,226 more men than they would've had if they hadn't departed, and they helped in conquering the Germans. Also, although the Germans conquered the land, the French were able to win it back.













One battle from the Pacific Theater was Pearl Harbor. This battle started on December 7, 1941 when Japan attacked Pearl Harbor in Hawaii. It was a surprise attack on the Americans. The attack was intended to prevent the U.S Pacific fleet from interfering with Japan's military actions to attack other European countries. During the attack, nearly 20 American naval vessels, and 400 airplanes were destoryed. Also, over 2,000 Americans were killed and 1,000 were left wounded. The U.S. expected the attack, but did not know when or where it would occur. The day after the attack, FDR declares war on Japan, and three days later, Germany and Italy declare war on America.

I think Pearl Harbor is significant because, although there were many lifes suffered, there is continued freedom throughout our world. Also, the "Great Depression" in the U.S. decreased and people starting having jobs, which led to more money coming in, which led to the depression eventually ending. If the attack was successful, we may not have had the freedoms that we have today.