Germany
Why did Adolf Hitler start World War II?
Hitler had an overriding ambition for territorial expansion, which was largely driven by his desire to reunify the German peoples and his pursuit of Lebensraum.
What is Operation Barbarossa?
during World War II, code name for the German invasion of the Soviet Union, which was launched on June 22, 1941.
Who increased the prestige of the Unites states in Latin America.
Franklin Roosevelt increased the prestige of the United States in Latin America to its highest level in memory.
When was the Attack on Pearl Harbor?
December 7th, 1941
What was the Battle of Britain?
It was the successful defense of Great Britain against destructive air raids conducted by the German air force during World War II.
How long did it take for Germany to defeat Poland?
Poland was defeated within a month.
Approximately how many men did the Germans allot for the campaign?
About 3,000,000 men.
Which U.S. President established the "Good Neighbor Policy"?
Franklin D. Roosevelt (Roosevelt).
Which two countries did Japan have to choose between supporting or competing against in 1941?
Germany (against the Soviets) and the European colonial territories to the south.
When did the Battle of Britain take place?
It took place between July and September 1940.
Which five nations were overrun by German armies in the spring of 1940?
Denmark, Norway, Luxembourg, Belgium, and the Netherlands.
How many aircraft were used in the "Barbarossa" force?
2,500 aircraft.
How did the Good Neighbor Policy change the United States' approach to Latin American nations?
It repudiated (rejected) the right of intervention in Latin America and focused on exercising restraint in the region.
Why did Japan occupy northern Indochina in 1940?
To block access to supplies for the Chinese Nationalists.
Why was the British victory in the air battle so critical?
It prevented a planned German invasion of Great Britain, as Germany needed to control the skies to cross the English Channel safely.
what was the status of the war after France capitulated in June 1940?
Only the British remained alone to obstruct Hitler’s path to total victory in the west.
Out of the total divisions allotted, how many were specialized panzer divisions?
19 panzer divisions (out of almost 150 total divisions).
How did the anti-imperialist stance of the Hoover administration lay the groundwork for Roosevelt’s later foreign policy?
Hoover’s anti-imperialist views enabled Roosevelt to officially establish the Good Neighbor Policy, showing a transition from interventionism to a policy of restraint.
What was the primary motivation for Japan's "natural inclination" to move south instead of north?
To seek "richer prizes" from European colonial territories, specifically resources like oil and rubber which were unavailable in the north.
How did the fall of France directly lead to the Battle of Britain?
The fall of France allowed Germany to control French ports just a few miles across the English Channel, leaving Great Britain exposed to direct air attacks and potential invasion.
why were Hitler’s early triumphs not enough to secure a total victory?
While the early successes were "spectacular," they were not part of a long-term strategic conception that could ensure victory over time.
How many artillery pieces were included in the total force?
7,000 artillery pieces.
Analyze the relationship between "isolation" and the "Good Neighbor Policy"
concepts stem from the post-WWI desire for nonintervention. While isolation was a general desire to avoid international affairs, the Good Neighbor Policy was the specific diplomatic application of that sentiment toward Latin America, replacing military occupation with improved diplomatic relations.
How did Japan's relationship with Vichy France facilitate its expansion in 1941?
By establishing a joint protectorate, Japan gained a legitimate military foothold in Southeast Asia without an immediate full-scale war against a European power, simplifying their eventual move into the rest of the region.
What did the RAF Fighter Command’s victory achieve beyond just stopping an invasion?
It created the conditions for Great Britain's ultimate survival and eventual victory in the war.