Battle of Midway
It was a gross underestimation of American power. In 1942, Japanese forces planned a complex diversionary attack on the American fleet in the Pacific Ocean, specifically on the island of Midway. Yet the element of surprise that was hoped for by the Japanese was abruptly seized by the Americans. After days of brutal battles, on June 7, 1942, American forces emerged victorious.
40-Hour Work Week
“Leisure is an indispensable ingredient in a growing consumer market because working people ... more
Night of Broken Glass
Kristallnacht. The literal meaning is "Night of Crystal," or "Night of Broken Glass.” The term ... more
