Why were the first few months of World War II called the "phony war"?

1 No one had announced a declaration of war.

2 Little fighting occurred between Germany and the Allies.

3 Nations had not mobilized for war.

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Ryan Carrillo

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23 December, 14:46

Why were the first few months of World War II called the "phony war"?

1 No one had announced a declaration of war.

2 Little fighting occurred between Germany and the Allies.

3 Nations had not mobilized for war.

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Tori Meyer · Answer 1

It was called the phony war because l ittle fighting occurred between Germany and the Allies, I believe.

1.) War was definitely declared.

2.) Correct : D

3.) They were mobilized for war, they just haven't made any moves.

Why were the first few months of World War II called the "phony war"?1 No one had announced a declaration of war.2 Little fighting occurred between Germany and the Allies.3 Nations had not mobilized for war.

Why were the first few months of World War II called the "phony war"?

1 No one had announced a declaration of war.

2 Little fighting occurred between Germany and the Allies.

3 Nations had not mobilized for war.