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The allies had a huge number of supplies and arms on their side when they entered World War II. They also had air supremacy which was one of the major turning points in the war.
allies divided up europe
The Soviet Union......apexThe US declared war on Germany and Italy (after they declared war on the US) in December 1941. However, the US did not enter the war in Europe until June 1944. Prior to that date, early turning points included the defeat of Rommel in north Africa, the occupation of Italy and the defeat of Germany by the Russians on the eastern front.
the allies occupied Germany.
D-Day was the first time in years that the Allies had a large and powerful force on the ground in Europe.
The Allies entered Germany about 6 months after D-Day.
The war in Europe. This is known as the "Europe First" strategy.
D-day, 6th June 1944 (the Normandy landings).
In the Pacific, it was the Battle of Midway. In Europe, it was the invasion of Normandy (D-Day).
The Allied landings of D-Day were the most decisive strategic event in turning the tide in favour of the Allies.
on d-day American and British troops invaded Normandy, in France. This was important because this was the turning point when the Allies were offense, not defense, and eventually took back Europe from the Germans