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- 22 Feb 2025
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- 28 May 2026
Which country was invaded by Germany, marking the start of the Second World War?
Multiple choice question for International Relations. Select an option, then review the explanation below.
Explanation
World War II commenced on September 1, 1939, when Nazi Germany, under Adolf Hitler, launched an invasion of Poland. This act triggered Britain and France to declare war on Germany. Prior to this, Germany had annexed Austria in 1938, and the assault on the Soviet Union (Operation Barbarossa) took place in 1941, after the war had already begun. Therefore, the correct answer is Poland.
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