battle of france
The Battle of France was a military confrontation that took place during World War II, lasting from May 10 to June 25, 1940. It was a major conflict between German forces and the Allied powers, primarily France and the United Kingdom. The battle resulted in the German invasion and subsequent occupation of France, a significant turning point in the war.
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