Battle of France (may 10, 1940 – jun 25, 1940)
Description:
Who - Germany attacked FranceWhat - German forces defeated Allied forces by mobile operations and conquered France
Where - France
Why - Germany wanted more land
The Battle of France was important because it was one of the first major battles fought in WWII. It showed everyone that fighting in the war was not going to be easy, and victory would not be just handed-over.
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Date:
may 10, 1940
jun 25, 1940
~ 1 months and 16 days
