Timeline of World War II: Pacific

World War II was the largest war in history, with battles taking place throughout Europe, North Africa, and the islands of the Pacific Ocean. In this book, readers will learn about the varied military campaigns that took place in the Pacific, from Japan’s attack on Pearl Harbor to its surrender nearly 4 years later. The use of timelines effectively outlines the major events of World War II–both in the Pacific as well as in Europe and North Africa. Detailed text focuses on the battles that defined America’s involvement in the Pacific theater, while historical photographs help readers to visualize the events.