Where and when did the Western Allies formally open a "second front" against the Axis in Europe?
A) through the Allied invasion of Italy in September 1943
B) through the Allied invasion of Norway in April 1943
C) through the U.S. invasion of Algeria in November 1942
D) through the Allied landings in Normandy in June 1944
E) through the massive bombing campaign against German cities begun in February 1942

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The Western Allies formally opened a "second front" against the Axis in Europe through the Allied landings in Normandy on June 6, 1944. This was a significant turning point in the war, as it allowed the Allies to establish a foothold on the European continent and begin pushing back against the Axis powers from both the east and the west. The other options listed either do not involve a significant invasion or were not considered a full-scale second front operation.

Where and When Did the Western Allies Formally Open a "Second