Asked by Caitlin Walsh on Jul 06, 2024
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Which European nation was the first combatant to face total war due to bombing of its capital by enemy aircraft?
A) Germany
B) France
C) Italy
D) Britain
E) the Soviet Union
Total War
A form of warfare that involves mobilizing all of a nation's resources, including civilians and the economy, for the war effort, often blurring the lines between combatants and non-combatants.
Enemy Aircraft
Any aircraft belonging to or operated by a hostile or opposing force, often engaged in military or warfare activities.
- Gain insight into the policy and strategy determinations taken by leaders during the era of World War II.
- Recognize the major battles and turning points of World War II in Europe.
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O'Daija NarcisseJul 12, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Britain was the first combatant to face total war due to the bombing of its capital, London, by enemy aircraft during the Battle of Britain in 1940. Germany had already faced significant bombing in its cities during the Spanish Civil War and early campaigns of World War II, but had not yet experienced total war on its territory. Italy was also bombed by Allied aircraft, but did not face the same level of sustained and intense bombing as Britain. France and the Soviet Union faced significant damage and destruction during the war, but were not the first to face total war due to bombing of their capitals.
Learning Objectives
- Gain insight into the policy and strategy determinations taken by leaders during the era of World War II.
- Recognize the major battles and turning points of World War II in Europe.