Western War (Elser Successful)
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The Western War, also known as the German War, was a major armed conflict that lasted from 1939 to 1940. Following the invasion of Poland, the United Kingdom and France declared war on Germany. Poland capitulated in a matter of weeks and Germany invaded Denmark and Norway shortly after.