The coalition of countries that opposed the Axis Powers during World War I and World War II
The Allied Powers in World War I were a military coalition that primarily included France, the United Kingdom, and the Russian Empire. Other members included the United States after 1917, Italy from 1915, and various other nations.
During World War I, the Allies were opposed by the Central Powers, which included Germany, Austria-Hungary, and the Ottoman Empire. The conflict ended with the Allied victory and the signing of the Treaty of Versailles in 1919.
The Allied Powers in World War II were a global military alliance formed in 1941 during World War II to oppose the Axis Powers led by Germany, Japan, and Italy. Key members included the United States, the United Kingdom, the Soviet Union, and China, among others.
The Allied victory in World War II led to the formation of international institutions like the United Nations. The war was marked by significant events such as the D-Day landings in Normandy and the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki.
The Allied Powers included a wide range of countries, but the primary participants varied between the two world wars. Notable members included:
Membership evolved during the wars, with many countries joining through declarations of war or through formal alliances like the Grand Alliance during World War II.
The Allied Powers' victory in both world wars significantly shaped the post-war geopolitical landscape. It led to:
The legacy of the Allied Powers continues to influence modern international relations, military doctrine, and global governance structures.
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Related pages: World War I, World War II, Axis Powers