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Could world war 2 have ended earlier if the allies did not insist upon total surrender?
Yes. World War 2 could have ended earlier if the allies did not insist upon total surrender.
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What effect did the D-Day have on World War 2?
It sped things up in Europe; it was really a race between the Soviets (Russians) and the Western Allies, on who could beat whom into Berlin first. The Germans greatly wanted to surrender to the Western Allies, not the Soviets! Had the US/British not reached Berlin when they did, the Soviets (Russians) would have taken over ALL of Berlin, instead of just EAST Berlin.
Why did allied leaders insist that Germany pay for the war?
They wanted to weaken Germany so it could not rebuild its military.-novanet
Was the The Battle of El Alamein a success?
For the allies yes because it marked the end for the Africa Korps and Erwin Rommel so the allies could push into Italy
What is the significance of V E day to the war?
It is the following day of Germany's surrender (May 8, 1945). Now the Allied forces could focus all their attention on Japan, trying to foe=rce them to surrender
Do you agree with the decision made by Roosevelt and Churchill to require unconditional surrender by the axis power Why or why not?
I agree with Roosevelt and Churchill's decision to demand unconditional surrender from the Axis powers as it aimed to ensure a complete and total defeat, preventing any possibility of negotiated peace that could allow for a resurgence of militarism. This stance also aimed to unify the Allies and demonstrate their commitment to a just and lasting peace, free from the influence of fascism. By eliminating any conditions, they sought to emphasize the necessity of total accountability for the devastation caused during the war.
Could world war 2 have ended earlier if the allies did not insist upon total surrender Why yes or why not?
The world war 2 could have ended earlier if the allies did not insist upon total surrender because the Japan's leaders, were privately making entreaties to neutral Soviet Union so as to mediate peace on terms which favors the Japanese.
Why were there no peace treaties at the end of World War 2?
Because the allies saw that they had the upper hand and could force Germany and its allies to a complete surrender.
Was it wise to demand an unconditional surrender of Japan and Germany during World War 2?
Absolutely! Only by demanding an unconditional surrender the Allies could set their terms and stabilize peace and economy in the post war years.
How did the atomic bomb effects the point of view of the Japanese government officials?
It made them realize they could not continue to fight against the Allies, and made them agree to surrender.
Why was the unconditional surrender so important to the Allies and the Soviet Union?
It meant they could do what they chose to. "Unconditional" means you can take whatever you like from the surrendering country, and do whatever you want.
Why were the allies able to win world war 2?
From the beginning, the Allies had an overwhelming superiority in resources which the Axis could not match. Disorganization, overconfidence, lack of preparation, and outdated military thinking among the Allies allowed the Axis to make such remarkable gains in the first 3-4 years of the war, but eventually the Allies pulled themselves together and used their immense recources to crush the Axis. It could possibly have been done a year or two earlier, but the Allies argued among themselves and did not always use their strength to best advantage.
Did the Japanese try to surrender earlier in 1945?
YES, they went thru Stalin and he did nothing because he wanted to declair war on japan so he could have his part of it like he got in Europe.
What happened after the allies attacked Sicily?
After Sicily was attacked by the Allies, it was obvious that Italy was going to be next. By then, much of the Italian Army was either killed or taken prisoner, and an Allied invasion could not be repulsed. Therefore, Mussolini was overthrown and Italy entered into negotiations for surrender. The German Army quickly moved to occupy Italy and prepare for the forthcoming Allied invasion.
Why did Parliament insist on keeping a small tax on tea?
So he could smoke it and get hi
What could Italy have done different in World War 2 and how?
get stronger tank and radios in there planes give more suppleys to Germany that the German army need and take control when the Germans reteated in the battle in el alameinand not surrender to the allies in naples souther Italy they could fight on but the peoples hearts were not in the war
As the allies advanced on Berlin What was the response of the German military leaders to adolf Hitler's final plans and orders?
The military leaders tried as best they could to fulfill their leader's orders and fight until they were ordered to surrender. (The political leaders all fled or committed suicide).
as the allies advanced on Berlin what was the response of the German military leaders to adolf hitlers final plans and orders?
The military leaders tried as best they could to fulfill their leader's orders and fight until they were ordered to surrender. (The political leaders all fled or committed suicide).
