Question

Which of the following events marked the outbreak of the Second World War?

• A. Invasion of France by Nazi Germany
• B. Invasion of the USA by Nazi Germany
• C. Invasion of Britain by Nazi Germany
• D. Invasion of Poland by Nazi Germany

Answer 1

The correct option is D Invasion of Poland by Nazi Germany

The Second World War started with the invasion of Poland by Nazi Germany in 1939. The War dragged on for 6 years, until Germany was defeated in 1945. More than 30 countries took part in the War. India reached a tipping point in its freedom struggle against Britain during this time.