U.S. soldiers raising the flag on Guadalcanal after capturing it from Japan.

When the U.S. entered World War II on December 8, 1941, it declared war on Japan. On December 11, the U.S. responded to Germany's declaration of war by declaring war on Germany. The U.S. had to fight on two fronts, in Europe and in the Pacific, and it had to coordinate the many Allied nations fighting the Axis who looked to the U.S. to lead the Allied war effort.

You have learned a lot about the U.S. role in World War II between 1942 and 1944, including many battles on two continents. Click the Activity button below to access The U.S. in WWII 1942-1944 worksheet, which will help you to consolidate your knowledge of the U.S.'s most important military and diplomatic actions in the war. When you have completed this worksheet, submit it to your teacher.