Most important battles of WWII

Battle between U.S. and Germany for control of atlantic sea routes. Nazi Germany tried to cut off British supply ships by using U-boats. It caused Britain and the U.S. to officially join the WW2 after their ships sunk. The series of battles took place from Sep 3, 1939 - May 8, 1945 until Germany surrendered. Finally Allies won control of the seas, allowing them to control supply transfer, which ultimately determined the war.

It was the British & American invasion of the North Africa During the Second World War which started on November 8th, 1942

A major battle between German and Soviet troops in World War II. The Battle was fought in the winter of 1942-1943 and ended with the surrender of an entire German army. Stalingrad is considered a major turning point of the war in favor of the Allies

June 6, 1944; Allied forces landed in Normandy, France to begin a massive offensive against the germans in the occupied territory of Europe.

Took place from january 22, 1944, with Allied amphibious landing until june 5, 1944 with the goal to capture Rome. The operation was opposed by German forces.

The last German Offensive through the Ardennes forests in December 1944. The Allied Powers were the victors of this battle.

Victory in Europe, May 8, 1945

Was the invasion of the philippines by Japan from December 8, 1941- May 8, 1942. The defense of the islands was by Filipino and United States Forces