Correct me if I'm wrong, but the British were fighting World War Two LONG before the Americans right?

Question

In fact weren't most countries fighting WW2 before America? There was an American Military man (didn't get his name) just on the news accusing the British of being late to the war... apparently we're "dragging our feet sucking our thumb just like in world war two."

This guy is clearly an imbecile why would he be allowed to be a spokesperson - he doesn't know basic history!!

Do you agree?

I believe the context was that shooting down your own allies is perfectly reasonable, and the UK and Europeans are all babies and wimps if we think that these things shouldn't happen.

Answer 1

Britain declared war on Germany on September 3, 1939, shortly after Germany invaded Poland. This was the official beginning of the conflict that became known as World War II.

The United States entered the conflict by declaring war on Japan on December 8, 1941 (the day after Pearl Harbor). Germany declared war on the United States three days later, thereby ensuring that the USA would participate in the European theater of the war (which was a foregone conclusion by then anyway).

Hope this helps.

Answer 2

Ok, in an effort to salve consciences I'll be happy to say that the Americans came late to the party, but their contribution was quiet useful in the downfall of the enemy. We should never forget those who died in the conflict (Brit or Yank), but, the second world war was more than three generations ago.! The money the Americans subsequently loaned us (in bargain for trading rights, which led to their own golden era of the 1950s, 60s and early 70s) has finally been paid back, with interest. As much respect that I have for America, I tend to ignore the mewling catcalls from people who are less than 60, and therefore never had any part of this war. Analysis of the tactics in place by the Nazi war machine would show that Hitler's reich had failed as early as 1942. Without the Americans, the war would have taken a little longer, many more would have died, but ultimately, victory would have been in the hands of the larger European allies.

Answer 3

The British entered the war in Sept., 1939 after the Germans invaded Poland. The U.S. did not enter until after Pearl Harbor, Dec.,1941. The Brits were very brave but had some terrible Generals (Montgomery was an idiot). We seem to forget that the English lost thousands of innocent non-combatants in the bombings that took place during the war while America was safely protected by the oceans. The Brits deserve to be honored and whoever put them down is just another loud mouth idiot that should be muzzled.

Answer 4

We were the last to enter WW2. which was on December 8, 1941. We declared war on Japan after Pearl Harbor December 7. Germany immediately turned around and declared war on us which was a big mistake for both Japan and Germany.

Answer 5

The British were definately involved in WWII befor the americans. They declared war on Germany in 1939. We didn't enter the war until 1941, when Japan attacked Pearl Harbor. I guess that guy got his info mixed up!!

Answer 6

Ok first of all..yah that guy is an imbecile. Second of all..yah the British were fighting first but were losing terribly. Americans and Brits have long been allies and should hope we always will be. Also, Canadians, Australians, on and on.

Answer 7

Yea..according to facts and history books i learnt in high school, it is true..The guy should be stapled on a notice board and disemboweled with a chainsaw.

Answer 8

Some people just can't keep their big mouths shut. You should know that people who know little usually talk louder, right?

Answer 9

But we saved your ***!