World War 2 Crossword Puzzle

123456789101112131415161718192021222324252627282930
Across
  1. 6. The 1942 battle where Canadian and British forces successfully defended the vital port of Tobruk.
  2. 7. This Canadian city hosted an important conference in 1943 where Allied leaders discussed strategy for the rest of the war.
  3. 10. The top-secret Canadian project that contributed significantly to the development of radar technology during the war.
  4. 12. The code name for the successful Canadian-led assault on Juno Beach during D-Day.
  5. 13. Canadian Prime Minister during most of World War II, known for his strong leadership and inspiring speeches.
  6. 17. The Canadian-born pilot who became an American flying ace during World War II.
  7. 18. The Allied operation that aimed to liberate the Dutch people from German occupation, with a significant Canadian contribution.
  8. 20. The Canadian division that participated in the liberation of the Netherlands in 1945.
  9. 23. The Canadian island that was fortified as a defensive measure against potential Axis invasions.
  10. 27. The Canadian city where the "Avro Arrow" interceptor aircraft was developed after World War II.
  11. 28. The Canadian-built aircraft that played a crucial role in maritime patrol and anti-submarine warfare.
  12. 30. The volunteer force that supported the war effort on the home front, involved in activities like air raid precautions and firewatching.
Down
  1. 1. The name of the Canadian tank that played a significant role in battles like Normandy.
  2. 2. The Canadian general who commanded the First Canadian Army during the Italian Campaign.
  3. 3. The Canadian woman who became a symbol of women's contributions to the war effort, working in factories and shipyards.
  4. 4. The first Canadian victory against the Germans in World War II, taking place in December 1939.
  5. 5. The Canadian government's policy of conscripting soldiers for overseas service, which sparked controversy and protests.
  6. 8. The name of the Canadian infantry division that played a key role in the Italian Campaign.
  7. 9. The Royal Canadian Air Force squadron that achieved fame for its role in the bombing campaign over Europe.
  8. 11. This Canadian flying ace achieved notable success during the Battle of Britain.
  9. 14. The largest naval engagement in Canadian history, where the Royal Canadian Navy played a vital role in protecting Allied convoys.
  10. 15. The site of a significant Canadian training camp where soldiers were prepared for overseas service.
  11. 16. The Canadian infantry division that played a crucial role in the liberation of the French port city of Dieppe in 1944.
  12. 19. The Canadian province that produced a significant portion of the Allied bomber crews during the war.
  13. 21. The 1941 battle where Canadian and Allied forces successfully defended the Greek island of Crete.
  14. 22. The top secret Allied project that led to the development of the atomic bomb.
  15. 24. The code name for the Allied invasion of Southern France in 1944, involving Canadian troops.
  16. 25. The "Little Red Devils" were Canadian paratroopers who played a crucial role in this daring 1944 Normandy operation.
  17. 26. The Canadian-born scientist who played a key role in the development of the atomic bomb as part of the Manhattan Project.
  18. 29. The strategic island captured by Canadian forces in 1943, cutting off a vital German supply route.