Nazi occupation

Nazi occupation refers to the control and governance of various countries by Nazi Germany during World War II, from 1939 to 1945. This involved the military takeover of nations like Poland, France, and the Soviet Union, leading to harsh rule, exploitation, and widespread human rights abuses. The Nazis aimed to impose their ideology, eliminate perceived enemies, and extract resources. Occupied territories faced severe repression, including forced labor, deportations, and genocide, particularly against Jewish populations. The occupation drastically affected the social, economic, and political fabric of these countries, leaving long-lasting scars and shaping post-war Europe.