US Entrance into WW2
History: KS3, topic 19.1.8
Entrance of the United States into the War
The United States came into World War Two in December 1941.
The bombing of Pearl Harbour
- In December 1941, Japan attacked the United States navy base at Pearl Harbour.
- This was a direct challenge and in response the United States entered the war.
Impact of the United States
- The United States significantly helped the Allies.
- They had money, weapons and many soldiers who could fight.
Defeating the Japanese
- The United States defeated Japan at the Battle of Midway in June 1942.
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