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Why did German military forces attack in the Balkans and North Africa?
Prior to the invasion of the Soviet Union in 1941, why did German military forces attack in the Balkans and North Africa? had nationalist beliefs and patriotic values and as a result wanted war to prove that their nation was best.
Why did Mussolini invade Greece and what was the outcome?
Mussolini wanted to believe that they were on an equal footing. However, Hitler launched several campaigns without first informing him. Since England supported Greece, Mussolini believed that the British controlled these ports. If he were to attack and then occupy Greece, Italy would have control of these ports.
When did Germany invade Greece?
April 6, 1941
German invasion of Greece/Start dates
The German air force launches Operation Castigo, the bombing of Belgrade, on April 6, 1941, as 24 divisions and 1,200 tanks drive into Greece.
When did Allies invade Greece?
6 April 1941
German invasion of Greece
| Battle of Greece | |
|---|---|
| Date 6 April 1941 – 30 April 1941 Location Greece and southern Albania Result Axis victory Territorial changes Axis occupation of Greece Start of the Greek Resistance | |
| Belligerents | |
| Axis: Germany Italy Albania Bulgaria | Allies: Greece United Kingdom Australia New Zealand |
What happened in Greece during WWII?
The military history of Greece during World War II began on 28 October 1940, when the Italian Army invaded from Albania, beginning the Greco-Italian War. The Greek Army was able to halt the invasion temporarily and push the Italians back into Albania. The Greek successes forced Nazi Germany to intervene.
Did Germany invade Greece in WWII?
The Germans invaded Greece and Yugoslavia on 6 April 1941, and overran both countries within a month, despite British aid to Greece in the form of an expeditionary corps. The country was devastated by war and occupation, and its economy and infrastructure lay in ruins.