13h 6min, sep 1, 1939 y - Germany invades Poland
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German military forces began firing upon Polish military forces. The German forces make quick progress, and are set to take the country. At the same time, Soviet forces march from the east, and begin their own occupation. British prime minister Neville Chamberlain, announces that Poland will not stand alone, declares the U.K. is at war with Germany. However, They do not move fast enough, and Poland falls. Many believe that the second great war has begun.
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13h 6min, sep 1, 1939 y
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~ 84 years ago