Denmark (Germany)

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Denmark was invaded by Germany in 1940, during World War II. It remained under German occupation until the very end of the war in 1945.

Summary

During World War II, Denmark was occupied by Nazi Germany in April 1940. The Danish government initially cooperated with the German occupation, seeking to maintain a degree of autonomy. However, this policy of collaboration became increasingly untenable as the war progressed.

In 1943, the Danish government collapsed and the king and government went into exile in Sweden. Nazi Germany then took direct control of Denmark, instituting harsh measures against the Danish population. This included the deportation of the country's Jewish population, many of whom were able to flee to Sweden with the help of the Danish resistance movement.

The German occupation devastated Denmark economically and socially. However, the country was eventually liberated in 1945 by Allied forces. In the postwar period, Denmark transitioned to a parliamentary democracy and later became a founding member of NATO, while also developing its social welfare policies. The occupation years left a lasting mark on Danish national identity and its relationship with Germany.

Establishment

Chronology

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1. World War II

Was a global conflict that lasted from 1939 to 1945 (it started sooner in certain regions) between the Axis Powers (mainly Germany, Japan and Italy) and the Allies (mainly the Soviet Union, the U.S.A., the U.K., China and France). It was the war with more fatalities in history. The war in Asia began when Japan invaded China on July 7, 1937. The war in Europe began when Germany invaded Poland on September 1, 1939. The war ended with the complete defeat of the Axis powers, which were occupied by the Allies.

1.1.World War II (Western Front)

Was the Western European theatre of World War II.

1.1.1.Administrative changes of occupied Denmark and its possessions during World War II

Were the administrative territorial changes of Denmark (occupied by Germany) and its overseas territories (free from German occupation) during World War II.

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