About This Lesson
World War II was a worldwide conflict that took place from 1939 to 1945, beginning with Germany’s invasion of Poland on September 1, 1939. It involved most of the world powers at that time, and was fought between two major alliances, the Allies and Axis powers. It ended up as the deadliest war in history, and greatly impacted the modern world. In this lesson, students will learn about the causes and events of the war, as well as its significance today.
