History quiz

How many colonial soldiers fought for Britain in World War 2?

Colonial troops fighting for Great Britain did not play a substantial role in combat operations during World War Two. Britain and other western countries involved in that period did not employ troops from their colonies extensively or as combat troops in that particular war conflict.

In general, there was greater use of colonial troops in the First World War. The number of colonial soldiers from various commonwealth countries enlisted for WWI has been historically recognized for their crucial support during the time.