The Phoney War was the period from the start of the Second World War (1939-45) when Britain and France declared war against Germany on 3 September until the start of significant military action in the West in the spring of 1940. While Poland bore the brunt of Germany's aggression, the civilians of Western Europe anxiously awaited their turn.
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3 Sep 1939Britain and France declare war on Germany after Hitler's invasion of Poland.
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Oct 1939 - Apr 1940The Phoney War, which saw limited direct military engagements between German and Britain and France.
