Battle of the Atlantic (sep 3, 1939 – may 8, 1945)
Description:
Allied and axis powers fight to control the Atlantic. Axis used u-boat attacks to sink allied ships. Allies used ship convoys to prevent u-bout attacks. Over 72,000 deaths during this event. Over 100,000 injured.Added to timeline:
Date:
sep 3, 1939
may 8, 1945
~ 5 years and 8 months