World War II The War Against Japan

Question 1

Pearl Harbour

Answer 1

Japan, eager to expand their domination of the Pacific ocean, attacks the port of Pearl Harbour in Hawaii, officially bringing the U.S.A into the war.

Question 2

Battles of Iwo Jima and Okinawa

Answer 2

After decisive victories at Guadalcanal, Peleliu, Iwo Jima and Okinawa, the American forces closed in around the main island of Japan.

Question 3

Manhattan Project

Answer 3

Canada played a role in building the Atomic Bombs as it was Canada who supplied the uranium for their construction and some Canadian scientists took part in their creation as well.