Invasion of Poland (sep 1, 1939 – oct 6, 1939)
Description:
1.5 million German Troops invaded Poland on September 1, 1939. This invasion caused Great Britain and France to declare war on Nazi Germany, triggering World War 2 to start. On september 17, the Soviet Union invaded eastern Poland, resulting in Poland surrendering due to the lack of power they had in a two-front war.Added to timeline:
Date:
sep 1, 1939
oct 6, 1939
~ 1 months and 5 days