World War II: Consequences and Cultural Shifts (1919-1945)
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The Consequences of the War
The conflict caused:
- 55 million deaths
- A huge number of wounded military personnel
- Civilian victims
In 1945, conferences were held at Yalta (February) and Potsdam (July-August) at which the leaders of the Allies discussed the redrawing of the frontiers of Europe.
- Germany was divided into occupation zones. Berlin was divided into four military territories (British, French, Soviet, and American).
- Italy was occupied by Anglo-American armies.
- Japan was occupied by the United States.
- The USSR enlarged its frontiers and occupied various countries in Eastern Europe.
Europe’s prewar hegemony was replaced by a new international order led by the two main powers, the USA and the USSR. The UN (United Nations) was created to maintain... Continue reading "World War II: Consequences and Cultural Shifts (1919-1945)" »