World War II Military Strategies and Key Events

These flashcards cover key military strategies, events, and terminology related to World War II, focusing on German tactics, Allied responses, and significant battles.

Luftwaffe

The German Air Force.

Blitzkrieg

A military strategy that combines quick, coordinated attacks involving air and ground forces to achieve rapid victories.

Fall of France

The rapid German victory over France in 1940, enabled by bypassing strong defenses.

Panzer Tanks

Fast, hard-hitting tanks used by Germany to break enemy lines.

Island Hopping

A military strategy used in the Pacific War that involved capturing some islands while skipping over others to disrupt enemy supply lines.

D-Day

The largest amphibious invasion in history where Allied troops landed on Normandy in 1944.

Beachheads

Areas of land secured by invading forces on a beach for further military operations.

M1 Garand

A famous American semi-automatic rifle used during World War II, known for its distinctive loading noise.

High Tide Calculations

Assessing tidal conditions to enhance beach landings during amphibious operations.

Three Fronts

A situation where Germany was forced to engage on multiple fronts: in Italy, the East, and the North due to Allied invasions.