When
considering this question, we can break the analysis down by how each allied power addressed its
goals relative to the major Axis powers.
GREAT
BRITAIN
Against Germany: The
paramount goal throughout the war was to protect the integrity of the British
Isles and its population. The first and most daunting test was the Battle of Britain
(July€“October, 1940) during which Germany sent thousands of planes against English cities and
military targets. Germanys aim was to starve the population and to destroy the RAF. A vigorous
defense thwarted the German offensive and effectively guaranteed the safety of British home
territory thereafter.
Against Japan: Great
Britain sent troops and planes to South-East Asia to support the United States efforts against
Japan in accord with the English/US alliance. Overall, the English blunted some of Japan's
ambitions and gained time for the US to move in the Pacific.
UNITED STATES
Against
Germany: The overarching goal was to push German forces out
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