History Quiz

The first man-made object in space was a German V2 rocket designated MW 18014. Which nation launched this particular rocket during or after World War II? (Photo does not necessarily depict that particular launch.)

Can you identify this World War II-era American flying boat?

On October 4, 1939, Hitler issued a secret decree that gave amnesty for certain crimes. What crimes were those?

General Dwight Eisenhower only ever personally participated in one single combat mission. It was a recon flight during which he was a passenger in one of the fighters. Where did the mission take place?

In what area did the Luftwaffe, the German air force during World War II, had a distinct weakness?

George S. Patton’s controversial remarks about denazification resulted in him being removed from command of the Third Army. What was his next posting?

The “naughty document” was a short document written by British Prime Minister Winston Churchill, who also coined its nickname, during World War II. What was it about?

The largest known transportation of physical wealth in history occurred during World War II. What was moved, from where and to where? (Photo does not necessarily depict the correct answer.)

The McCollum memo, of October 1940 was written by Arthur McCollum, director of the Far East Asia section of the Office of Naval Intelligence. The memo analyzed the situation in the Pacific, and offered advice on how to handle Japan. Which of these was a major point in the memo?

On October 9, 1941, President Roosevelt asked Congress to grant him authority to perform a certain action. His speech included "We will not let Hitler prescribe the waters of the world which our ships may travel […] The American flag is not going to be driven from the seas either by his submarines, his airplanes or his threats." What authority did he seek?