Battle of the Atlantic

The Battle of the Atlantic was a key conflict during World War II, lasting from 1939 to the war's end in 1945. It involved naval warfare between the Allies, primarily Britain and the United States, and the Axis powers, mainly Germany. The Allies aimed to secure vital supply routes across the Atlantic Ocean to support their forces in Europe. German U-boats targeted merchant ships, disrupting supplies. The battle saw advancements in naval tactics, technology, and cooperation among Allied nations, ultimately leading to their success in securing the Atlantic and contributing significantly to the defeat of Nazi Germany.