Defensive War of 1939

The Defensive War of 1939 refers to Poland's efforts to defend itself after being attacked by Nazi Germany on September 1, 1939, marking the start of World War II. Poland, lacking the strength to withstand the larger German military, relied on its strategic position and alliances, notably with Britain and France, to resist invasion. The conflict was characterized by Poland's determined but ultimately overwhelmed defense against a powerful, well-coordinated attack. The war highlighted the challenges of defending a smaller nation against aggressive expansionism and set the stage for the broader global conflict that followed.