Last British troops evacuated from Dunkirk, French troops continue to fight
The Dunkirk evacuations were drawing to a close on this day. With the Germans advanced, and…
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First British soldier killed in war
On this day, the first British solider to die during the war lost his life. He would be the…
Britain, France and Turkey sign treaty guaranteeing all three will fight against Germany
Western European powers Britain and France signed a treaty with Turkey today formally agreeing…
Allies reject Hitler’s offer of peace
Adolf Hitler made a public address in which he offered a peace proposal to the Western Allies…
Poland creates government in exile
A Polish government in exile has been established in Paris, France. With the invasion of…
Hitler plans for future of occupied Poland
German leader Adolf Hitler today issued Directive Number 4. The directive covers instructions…
French troops reach the Siegfried Line
French troops today entered German territory and reached as far as the Siegfried Line. The…
Allies meet to decide how to fight Germany
Today the Anglo-French Supreme War Council met for the first time. The meeting, held in…
Polish garrison surrenders after seven day siege
The Battle of Westerplatte has ended with the surrender of the Polish garrison. Despite…
Britain and France declare war on Germany
The world was plunged into chaos today as World War II officially began with the declaration…