The entire World War II commemorative series totals 50 different commemorative stamps and dozens of map notations. They portray pivotal events of the war for Americans who experienced them, and for those too young to have known the war years. The five-year series follows the chronology of the war: breakout of global conflict, industrial and military preparedness, diplomatic alliances and surprise attack, the road back, turning the tide, decisive victories in Europe and the Pacific, and Allied victories resulting in unconditional surrender.