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The Second World War (1939-45) — Syllabus

ICSE · Class 10 · History & Civics

What The Second World War (1939-45) covers in ICSE Class 10 History & Civics: 3 topics, for the 2026-27 session.

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3 Topics · ICSE Class 10 History & Civics · 2026-27

Topics in The Second World War (1939-45)

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Causes of the Second World War

  • The Treaty of Versailles was very harsh on Germany. Germany lost territories, colonies, military strength, and had to pay heavy war indemnity. This created deep resentment in Germany.
  • Hitler rejected the Treaty of Versailles after coming to power in Germany. By 1934, he had all powers in his hands and became the Dictator of Germany.
  • Hitler expanded German power by annexing Rhineland, Austria, Sudetenland, and Czechoslovakia.
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Main Events of the Second World War

  • The war started on 3 September 1939 and continued till 1945.
  • Germany, Italy, Japan, Romania and others formed the Axis Powers.
  • England, France, America and many other countries formed the Allies.
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Consequences of the Second World War

  • The war was more destructive than the First World War.
  • Germany became very weak after defeat and was divided into two parts. Russia controlled the east, while England, France and America occupied the west.
  • Berlin was also divided into four sectors.

Key Concepts

Central concept: The Second World War as a global conflict caused by aggressive expansion, failed peace efforts, and rival power blocs, ending in 1945 and reshaping world politics

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Key topics in The Second World War (1939-45) include Causes of the Second World War, Main Events of the Second World War, Consequences of the Second World War. Study these first, then practise questions on each for the ICSE Class 10 board exam.
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