Consequences of World War 2
The consequences of World War 2 influence internationally and effects many nations
and countries. This War start in 1939 and in 1945. This War changes global politics,
economies and societies today.
Origins and Early Years
- Start: World War 2 begin on September 1,1939 when Germany under Adolf Hitler, invade
Poland.
- Allied Response: Great Britian and France declared War on Germany in response
to the invasion.
- Axis Powers: The main Axis power were Germany, Italy, and Japan.
- Allied Powers: The major Allied powers include France, Great Britian, the United State and the Soviet Union.
Major Turning Points
- Attack on Pearl Harbor (1941): Japan attack on the U.S. Naval base at Pearl Harbor brought U.S. into War.
Effect: The first effect is changes of world superpower. After War Soviet Union and America
emerge as a superpower. And the legacy of Britain and France end.
As a result, new countries are born. Especially in Africa and Asia.
Making of United Nation: As a result, of World War 2 the United Nation was established to promote
Peace in world. This War makes humanity sensitive against war.
Economic Impact: There is severe effect of War on economy. The economy in Europe and Asia
destroyed. But America’s Marshal Plan help Europe to rebuild economy.
Effect on Culture: The second severe effect of World War 2 is on culture. An estimate of 70-85 million
of peoples died. Including death in Holocaust.
Modern technology advancement and weapon industries grow. In this way World War 2 changes
whole World and we feel its effects today.