0
Because it involved all continents in some way and was fought in North America, Africa, Asia, and Europe. All of the major powers fought, and it holds the record for the war with the highest amount of casualities (30-60 million). It also introduced new ideas like Blitzkrieg and ended the era of the Battleship. Also, all of the remaining European Empires, and the Japanese Empire, crumbled after the war.
Still curious? Ask our experts.
Chat with our AI personalities
BlakeAs your older brother, I've been where you are—maybe not exactly, but close enough.
Chat with Blake
ViviYour ride-or-die bestie who's seen you through every high and low.
Chat with Vivi
CoachSuccess isn't just about winning—it's about vision, patience, and playing the long game.
Chat with CoachAdd your answer:
Earn +20 ptsQ: Why was World War 2 a big conflict?
Write your answer...
Submit
Still have questions?
Continue Learning about Military History
What is the conflict and compromise of world war 2?
the conflict is they fought and the compromise is the war ended. They did fight but why was that??
What conflict has Hitler caused?
He caused World War 2.
What did a World War 2 sailor do?
They fought on the big war ships.
What big World War 2 battles was Bulgaria a big part of?
my arss
How big was Nationalism in Japan during World War 2?
Big enough to attempt world conquest.
Trending Questions
What were some key developments in aviation that impacted World War 2?
What are the dates for the Russian civil war?
Why were the American officers not worried about the incoming planes?
Was C4 explosives used in World War 2?
What is the code of conduct developed by feudal nobles?
What country used nuclear weapons first?
What wars did Davy fight in?
Which neutral country did the German army invade at the beginning of World War 1?
What was the conclusion of the Battle of Midway?
How many crew members did a World War 1 U-boat have?
What were the types of metals use in World War 2?
What was the result of the policy of appeasement?
What was the battle between Bragg and Rosecrans?
Did the Spetsnaz fight in the Cold War?
What was one result of the broadcasting of the Army-McCarthy hearings on television?
Who made the Philippine flag?
Is there going to be stick war 3?
Significant social changes in the navy during world war ii had the greatest impact on which of the following American minority groups?
When dressing an open chest wound where do you tie the knot?
What natural featuers made Vicksburg difficult to attack?
Copyright ©2025 Infospace Holdings LLC, A System1 Company. All Rights Reserved. The material on this site can not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with prior written permission of Answers.