World War II Key Terms

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Pearl Harbor

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A significant event during World War II where the Japanese attacked the US naval base in Hawaii, leading to the US entering the war.

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Oregon

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A US state, not directly related to World War II events but part of the US home front during the war.

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World War II

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A global conflict that lasted from 1939 to 1945, involving most of the world's nations.

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Pilot

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An individual who operates the flying controls of an aircraft.

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Bombing Mission

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A military operation involving the dropping of bombs on enemy targets.

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Enemy Territory

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Land controlled by opposing forces during a conflict.

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Aircraft Carrier

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A large naval ship equipped to carry and launch aircraft.

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Aviation

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The design, development, production, operation, and use of aircraft.

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Propaganda

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Information, especially biased or misleading, used to promote a political cause or point of view.

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Surrender

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To cease resistance to an enemy or opponent and submit to their authority.