World War II lasted for 6 long, bloody years and claimed the millions of people across the globe.

The conflict is still studied, and will likely continue to be examined for the rest of human history due to its massive impact on the course of the 20th century.

But it was a long time ago, so can seem pretty far removed; these 20 pictures will bring it a little closer to home:

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