1939Australia and New Zealand Declare War on Germany

The Australian Prime Minister Robert Menzies declares that t...
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1943

🇦🇺 Australia and New Zealand Declare War on Germany

The Australian Prime Minister Robert Menzies declares that the country is at war with Germany due to Britain's choice, and a similar war declaration against Germany is made by New Zealand's government.
Australia and New Zealand Declare War on Germany (1939)
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🇳🇫 Newfoundland Declares War on Germany

Newfoundland declares war on Germany.
Newfoundland Declares War on Germany (1939)
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🇫🇷 France Declares War on Germany

At 12:00 p.m. the French Government delivers a similar final ultimatum to Germany which at 5:00 p.m. also expires unanswered, thus bringing France in the war.
France Declares War on Germany (1939)
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⚔️ South Africa Declares War on Germany

South Africa, now under Prime Minister Jan Smuts, declares war on Germany.
South Africa Declares War on Germany (1939)
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🇮🇷 Iran Declares War on Germany

Iran declares war on Germany.
Iran Declares War on Germany (1943)
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🇮🇹 Italy Declares War on Germany

Italy declares war on Germany.
Italy Declares War on Germany (1943)
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