World War II

World War II the most devastating conflict in human history, claimed the lives of over 70 million people. It was a total war—and a global war—that saw the use of powerful new weapons, including atomic bombs. Civilians became direct targets of bombings, genocide, and forced displacement. The aftermath reshaped the global order. This lesson helps students explore how the Second World War transformed borders, societies, and the idea of global responsibility.
World War II

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