apr 30, 1945 - 23. Hitler's Death*
Description:
The Soviet Army stormed into Berlin on April 30th 1945. Hitler sensed the end of his reign and this war and shot himself while his new wife drank poison at the same time. When their bodies were found they were soaked in gasoline and burned.Significance - This marked the end of war with Germany since their leader was dead and they were completely surrounded.
Added to timeline:
Date:
apr 30, 1945
Now
~ 80 years ago