This 1940s Quiz Will Leave You Wondering How You Passed History Class

After World War II ended, this four-year event happened to assess blame and hand out punishment.

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Retry Correct Incorrect For four years the Allied Forces held the Nuremberg trials to prosecute the prominent members of German leadership on accusations of war crimes. A total of 12 convicted war criminals were sentenced to death by hanging.
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After World War II ended, this four-year event happened to assess blame and hand out punishment.

  • Getzlaf Trials, 1945-1949
  • Nuremberg Trials, 1945-1949
  • Truman Trials, 1945-1949
  • McCarthy Trials, 1945-1949
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