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Lesson 22 of 84 · World History
Imperialism in Africa and Asia
During World War II (1939–1945), the Allies fought the Axis powers. The conflict affected every continent and led to lasting changes in borders, governments, and cooperation.
Key Facts
1
Cause and effect explain why things happen.
2
Oral histories preserve community stories.
3
Primary sources come from the time of the event.
Timeline
1941
The U.S. enters World War II
1945
World War II ends
1954
Brown v. Board of Education: school segregation declared unconstitutional
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 2What tool puts events in order?