After the Germans invaded Poland, France and Great Britain declared war on Germany. There was fighting in Poland and eventually Germany occupied the country. After the fighting ended in Poland, there was no significant fighting in Europe for several months. This is known as the phony war.
The phony war existed during the winter months. Fighting would be difficult during the harsh European winters. As a result, Germany waited for the winter to end before beginning another round of major military operations. Germany was also able to build up its military forces and prepare for future military operations during this period of relative inactivity. In April 1940, the Germans conquered Denmark and Norway. In May 1940, Belgium, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands fell to the Germans. France fell in June 1940.
It is important to note that some military actions occurred during the phony war. Ships were being sunk and air raids were being conducted. Thus, it was a period with some military activity.
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