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Germany invades Poland, September 1, 1939, using 45 German divisions and aerial attack. By September 20, only Warsaw held out, but final surrender came on September 29.
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D-Day. American soldiers fire rifles, throw grenades and wade ashore on Omaha Beach next to a German bunker during D Day landing. 1 of 5 Allied beachheads est. in Normandy, France. The Normandy Invasion of World War II launched June 6, 1944.
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Battle for Castle Itter: References & Edit History

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Anniversary information added. Apr 28, 2026
Modified title of Web site: HistoryNet - The Battle for Castle Itter. Sep 13, 2017
Add new Web site: HistoryNet - The Battle for Castle Itter. Sep 13, 2017
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