Lesson #3: The War in Europe – Flashcards
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Where did the US and Soviet forces fight the Germans?
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The US forced fought the Germans at sea and in North Africa, while the Soviets fought them at Stalingrad.
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Why did Roosevelt invade Morocco and Algeria and which Generals lead in North Africa?
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Roosevelt decided to invade Morocco and Algeria because it gave US troops experience and also helped Britain protect the Suez Canal in Egypt.
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In the Atlantic, what did Germany target and what did the Navy do in response?
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In the Atlantic, the Germans targeted American cargo ships in coastal waters. The navy set up a convoy system that greatly improved safety.
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Why did Hitler target Stalingrad?
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Hitler targeted the city of Stalingrad in Russia to cut off the Soviets from badly needed resources. The battle, which the Soviets{Russia} won, was a major turning point in the war.
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After the invasion of North Africa, where did the Allies strike next?
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After the Allied invasion of North Africa, the Allies made plans to strike Germany and Italy.
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What two things did the Allied bombing campaign in Germany accomplish?
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The Allied bombing campaign Germany accomplished two things: it caused a severe oil shortage and wrecked the railroad system, and it destroyed many aircraft factories.
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Who were the commanders during the invasion of Sicily?
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General Eisenhower commanded the invasion of Sicily with General Patton ad British General Montgomery heading ground forces.
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What did the attack on Sicily cause and what were the consequences?
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The attack on Sicily caused Italy to surrender. In Italy, the Germans seized control of the fortified town of Cassino while the Allies landed at Anzio. Fighting in Italy lasted another year.
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What did Roosevelt and Stalin agree to at the Tehran Conference?
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At the Tehran Conference, Roosevelt and Stalin agreed to divide Germany after the war to prevent it from threatening world peace. Stalin also agreed to an international peacekeeping organization after the war.
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What is D-Day?
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The invasion of France began as the Allies landed a massive force in June 6, 1944, known as D-Day.
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Who did Roosevelt choose to be the commander for Operation Overlord?
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President Roosevelt chose General Eisenhower to be the commander for Operation Overlord, as the invasion was called.
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Describe the D-Day invasion.
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The invasion took place along the Normandy coast. The Americans came under the intense fire at Omaha Beach. By late afternoon, the Commander General Omar Bradley knew the invasion had succeeded.
