Second World War in Europe: interactive map 1939–1945

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Why did Britain and France declare war on Germany in 1939?

Germany invaded Poland on 1 September 1939, and Britain and France had promised to defend Poland.

What was the turning point of the war in Europe?

The German defeat at Stalingrad (February 1943), followed by Kursk, after which the Soviets pushed west; D-Day (June 1944) opened the second front.

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