1940 United States presidential election: Democrat incumbent Franklin D. Roosevelt decisively defeats Republican challenger Wendell Willkie, and becomes the United States' first and only …

Nov 20, 2025 · World War II dominated the first half of the decade, driving technological advances, accelerating nuclear research, and exposing the horrors of the Holocaust and …

Historical events from year 1940. Learn about 497 famous, scandalous and important events that happened in 1940 or search by date or keyword.

Discover what happened in this year with HISTORY’s summaries of major events, anniversaries, famous births and notable deaths. A message from Benito Mussolini is forwarded to Adolf …

The Blitz of 1940 While the RAF fought in the skies overhead, British civilians in towns of southern England endured regular visits from German bombers in what came to be known as “the Blitz."

Jul 2, 2025 · 1940 was a year of profound transformation for the United States. The Lend-Lease Act, the Selective Service Act, and the military buildup signaled a decisive shift towards global …

November 5, 1940 - President Franklin D. Roosevelt continues his dominance of presidential politics with a 449 to 82 Electoral College victory over Republican candidate Wendell Wilkie, …

November 5 – U.S. presidential election, 1940: Democratic incumbent Franklin D. Roosevelt defeats Republican challenger Wendell Willkie and becomes the nation's first and only third …

Mar 16, 2020 · World War II began when Nazi Germany invaded Poland in 1939 and shaped the entire 1940s. The United States joined World War II after Japan bombed Pearl Harbor in …

Sep 26, 2024 · From political shifts and technological advancements to cultural breakthroughs, these events shape the world and influence the future. In this comprehensive overview, we'll …