Causes
Why did World War II start in Europe?
Hitler invaded Poland on September 1. Britain and France declare war on Germany.
What was the deadliest weapon of WWII?
Firebombing was the deadliest in WWII.
Who fought in the Pearl Harbor and what was its significance?
December 7, 1941
Japan vs. the United States
Significance: F.D.R asked congress to declare war on Japan and Germany
What was the Battle of Midway?
World War II battle between the United States and Japan, a turning point in the war in the Pacific because it marked Japan's last offensive action of the war.
What was the purpose of the conference at Yalta?
The main purpose of Yalta was the re-establishment of the nations conquered and destroyed by Germany. It brought together the Big Three Allied leaders.
How did the Treaty of Versailles contribute to causing WW2?
The treaty led to The Great Depression due to the steep reparation payments. Also putting too much restriction on Germany.
What were flamethrowers used for?
Flamethrowers were often used to “coax” the surrender of Japanese troops. It burned men alive.
Who battled in Leningrad and what was its significance?
September 8,1941- January 27,1944
Germany vs. Russia
Significance: Germany had to fight Russia alone and Germany broke the non-aggression pack
How many atomic bombs were dropped on Japan?
Two atomic bombs were dropped on Japan which forced Japan to surrender and ended WWII.
How did the Yalta conference help lead to the Cold War?
The Yalta Conference helped lead to the Cold War by giving the Soviet Union control over Eastern Europe.
What were the unresolved issues of the Treaty of Versailles?
Germany and its allies were the losers in World War I and as such were held responsible for all of the destruction and costs.
What had the British food supply down to about a month?
The U-Boats. They had a strangle on the British supply line.
Who fought in Stalingrad and what was the result?
September 12,1942- February 2,1943
Germany vs. Russia
Result:Hitler lost and left the city of Stalingrad
What were the atomic bombs dropped in Japan called?
Hiroshima and Nagasaki
What are 3 effects of WWII?
-Millions of people were dead and millions more homeless
-The European economy had collapsed
-Much of the European industrial infrastructure had been destroyed.
What caused the rise of dictators during the interwar period?
Because Germany lost its loans from America, it was unable to make reparation payments. Germany’s failure to make reparation payments meant that France and Britain were unable to make their loan payments. Throughout the world, trade began to slow down and production decreased. European governments seemed unable to handle the crisis.
What weapon was psychologically terrifying, but wildly inaccurate?
The V1
When was the Invasion of Italy?
Summer 1943-44
How did Atomic Bombs work?
It derives its destructive power from the rapid release of nuclear energy by fission of heavy atomic nuclei, causing damage through heat, blast, and radioactivity.
Political effects
-The bi-polarization of Europe
-Beginning of the Cold War
-Division of Germany
What was the purpose of the League of Nations after World War I?
This policy allowed Hitler to quickly advance with his plans.
Who had air superiority in WWII?
The Allies enjoyed air superiority.
What was Europe's role in ww2?
European countries were part of the Axis Powers. The countries that fought against Germany and the Axis Powers in Europe were called the Allied Powers.
Why was the Pacific important in ww2?
By shifting the balance of naval power in the Pacific, Midway allowed US forces to take the offensive for the first time.
Social Effects
-Development of atomic bombs changed the nature of future wars
-Technological developments during war had significant impact