* Establishment of the United Nations: The war led to the creation of the United Nations (UN) in 1945, an international organization designed to promote peace and prevent future conflicts.
* Decolonization: The war weakened the European colonial powers, accelerating the process of decolonization and the independence of many Asian and African countries.
* Economic Recovery: The war stimulated economic growth in the allied countries, particularly the United States, which emerged as the leading economic power in the world.
* Spread of Democracy: The war contributed to the spread of democracy as a form of government, as many allied countries adopted democratic systems after the war.
Axis Powers:
* Occupation and Reconstruction: The Axis powers that were defeated in the war, such as Germany, Italy, and Japan, were occupied by the Allied forces and underwent significant reconstruction and demilitarization processes.
* Loss of territory: The Axis powers lost significant territories and assets at the end of the war, leading to profound changes in national borders, population movements, and political power distribution.
* Political Change: The Axis powers experienced radical political changes after the war. Nazi Germany and Fascist Italy were dismantled, while Japan underwent significant reforms and changes to its governmental structure and ideological orientation.
* War Crimes Trials: Several significant war criminals from the Axis powers faced trial in an international military tribunal in Nuremberg, leading to numerous convictions and executions.