| − | The term “Allied Powers” (or simply “Allies”) refers to the union of countries that fought against the Central Powers in [[World War I]] and the [[Axis Powers]] in [[World War II]]. The exact make-up of nations within the Allied Powers was different during each war. The US and Britain fought on the side of the Allies during both wars. | + | The term “Allied Powers” (or simply “Allies”) refers to the union of countries that fought against the Central Powers in [[World War I]] and the [[Axis Powers]] in [[World War II]]. The exact make-up of nations within the Allied Powers was different during each war. The major allied powers during both World Wars were Britain, France, Russia and America. |