A Global Tragedy

World War II Casualties: The Devastating Toll of the Deadliest Conflict

A Global Tragedy

World War II, the deadliest and most destructive war in human history, claimed between 40 and 50 million lives and displaced tens of millions more.

The Highest Casualty Tolls

The countries with the highest estimated casualties include:

• Soviet Union: 20-27 million
• China: 15-20 million
• Germany: 6-7.4 million

More than 65 million casualties resulted in death, representing over 25% of the world's population at the time. An estimated 25 million of these deaths were civilians.