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The Allied Powers were the main participants who fought against the Axis powers (Germany, Italy, and Japan) during World War II. The group was diverse, including countries with differing ideologies and motivations united by their opposition to Axis aggression. Key members included Great Britain, the United States, the Soviet Union, and China. Great Britain, under Winston Churchill, played a crucial early role, resisting the initial Axis advances. The United States, entering the war after the attack on Pearl Harbor, provided significant industrial and military support, proving decisive in the eventual Allied victory. The Soviet Union, bearing the brunt of the Eastern Front fighting, suffered immense losses but ultimately defeated the Wehrmacht. China, engaged in a prolonged and brutal war against Japan, tied down significant Japanese military resources. Other significant Allied nations included France, Canada, Australia, and many more from across the globe. The alliance's success stemmed from a combination of military strength, economic resources, and strategic cooperation, although internal disagreements and differing war aims sometimes presented challenges.