27. On the \( \qquad \) of World War II not prepared. 28. Hitler and Mussolini were \( \qquad \) . 30. The \( \qquad \) was the German style of combat. ("lightning" in German) 31. Axis \( \qquad \) broadcast propaganda on radio to U.S. troops. (woman's name) 32 U. S. General George \( \qquad \) was called "Old Blood and Guts." 33. The fall weather in the Soviet Union was unusually \( \qquad \) when the Germans invaded. 36. abbreviation for smallest state *37. Hitler considered sending troops across the English \( \qquad \) (G). 38. what President does at White House 40. \( \qquad \) Braun married Hitler. * 41 . \( \qquad \) (H) was conquered by Germany. 42. The \( \qquad \) French fought Germany even after France surrendered.

World War II was a pivotal event that reshaped international relations and politics in the 20th century. As tensions rose throughout the 1930s, countries around the world prepared for conflict in various ways, with alliances forming and military strategies evolving. The war officially began in 1939, leading to widespread devastation and significant casualties, ultimately resulting in a reconfiguration of global power dynamics post-war. The German blitzkrieg was a highly effective military strategy characterized by rapid, surprise attacks utilizing combined air and ground forces. This "lightning war" aimed to incapacitate enemies quickly and effectively, often overwhelming them before they could mount a defense. Its success in early campaigns allowed Nazi Germany to occupy a significant portion of Europe, showcasing the power of speed and coordination in modern warfare.