This EdrawMax diagram provides a comprehensive overview of significant milestones leading to and during the early years of World War II. It begins in September 1937 with Japan's invasion of Manchuria, highlighting the expansionist movements that escalated global tensions. The timeline progresses to depict crucial events such as the German invasion of Poland in September 1939, marking the official start of World War II, the UK's first sea battle in December 1939, and the pivotal Dunkirk Operation in May/June 1940. Other key events include Hitler's invasion of Denmark and Norway in April 1940, the Battle of Britain in July 1940, and the joint Italian and German attack on Yugoslavia in early 1941. This visual timeline aids educators, students, and history enthusiasts in understanding the sequence and impact of these early WWII events.
