Why D-Day Was So Important to Allied Victory In WW2 - Imperial …
The invasion of northern France in 1944 was the most significant victory of the Western Allies in the Second World War. American, British and Canadian forces established a foothold on the shores of Normandy, and, after a protracted and costly campaign to reinforce their gains, broke out into the French interior and began a headlong advance.
10 Significant Battles Of The First World War
The Gallipoli campaign (25 April 1915 - 9 January 1916) was the land-based element of a strategy intended to allow Allied ships to pass through the Dardanelles, capture Constantinople (now Istanbul) and ultimately knock Ottoman Turkey out of the war.But Allied plans were based on the mistaken belief that the Ottomans could be easily overcome.
The Schlieffen Plan explained | Imperial War Museums
When the First World War broke out in 1914, Germany had a massive problem. The alliance between France and Russia left them totally surrounded, with only Austria Hungary on their side. Outnumbered, Germany's chances in a long war were slim.French and British forces counterattacked at the Battle of the Marne and forced the Germans back. Leaving their plan …
What You Need to Know About The Troubles - Imperial War …
During the First World War, on 24 April, 1916, Irish republicans seized notable buildings in Dublin and proclaimed an Irish Republic in what became known as the Easter Rising.The British Army clashed with rebels in the streets of Dublin and buildings in the city centre, including the General Post Office, were all but destroyed by British artillery.
Churchill War Rooms: Book Tickets Online - IWM
Members enjoy free admission - why not join today?. We recommend booking in advance for Churchill War Rooms to minimise wait time. A limited number of walk up tickets are usually available on the day – best availability for these is typically in the afternoon.
Battle Of France 1940 In WW2 - What You Should Know - Imperial …
Britain and France declared war on Germany in September 1939 in response to the invasion of Poland. The period between September 1939 and April 1940 is often called the 'Phoney War' because, although war raged at sea, very little happened in Western Europe during this time.. This changed in April 1940 with British and German actions in Norway.The following month, …
The Vital Role Of Women In The First World War - Imperial War …
Pressure from women for their own uniformed service to assist the war effort began in August 1914. Many organisations sprang up, such as the Women’s Volunteer Reserve and Lady Londonderry’s Women’s Legion, which provided cooks for Army camps.
Third Battle of Ypres - The Battle Of Passchendaele - Imperial War …
The Third Battle of Ypres - also known as Passchendaele - has shaped perceptions of the First World War on the Western Front.Fought between July and November 1917, both sides suffered heavy casualties and endured appalling conditions.
How Alan Turing Cracked The Enigma Code - Imperial War Museums
Mathematician. Alan Turing was a brilliant mathematician. Born in London in 1912, he studied at both Cambridge and Princeton universities. He was already working part-time for the British Government’s Code and Cypher School before the Second World War broke out.
10 Facts About D-Day You Need To Know | Imperial War Museums
A command team led by American General Dwight D. Eisenhower was formed in December 1943 to plan the naval, air and land operations. Deception campaigns were developed to draw German attention - and strength - away from Normandy.To build up resources for the invasion, British factories increased production and in the first half of 1944 approximately 9 million tonnes of …