Super Bowl XLV was played on February 9, 2012.
Events from the year 1940 in the United Kingdom .. This year is dominated by Britain 's involvement in World War II , which had commenced in September the previous year , as well as the numerous enemy air raids on Britain and thousands of subsequent casualties .. World War II. World War II. Although the war continued , Britain did triumph in the Battle of Britain and foiled Nazi Germany 's invasion attempt .. Battle of Britain. Battle of Britain. Nazi Germany. Nazi Germany. invasion attempt. Operation Sea Lion