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World War II

1939–1945(6 years)

Casualties

70,000,000

Location

Global (Europe, Pacific, Africa, Asia)

Duration

6 years

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Period: 1939–1945
Location: Global (Europe, Pacific, Africa, Asia)
Casualties: 70,000,000
Belligerents: 0 nations
Commanders: 0 figures

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