what was the main advantage for Germany in signing the nonaggression pact with the Soviet union?
Germany could focus on invading Poland without worrying about the Soviet union.
What event marked the start of WWll?
The invasion of Poland
What was one of the reasons that dictators wanted to expand their countries empires.
To gain more natural resources.
What important event took place on June 6th 1944?
D-day
What was one reason that Germans were still bitter during Hitlers rise to power?
The tready of Versailles
What flag represents Italy among the axis powers?
A flag with Green white and red vertical stripes.
What is the name of the stronger alliance formed by Germany and Italy in May 22, 1939
Pact of steel
Why was Germany so desperate for a new leader during Hitlers rise to power?
They were looking for someone to improve the economy and restore national pride.
What was one of the economical effects on Germany due to the Tready of versailles
Severe economic stress
What was the most geographically widespread military conflict? (worst War)
WWll
Which country did Germany annex in 1939?
Czechoslovakia
Who did Hitler blame for the Reichstag fire?
The German communist party.
What secret agreement did Hitler make with Stalin make regarding poland?
To invade Poland from the east and west and split it among themselves.
What did the fascist government believe in?
Strong central government.
Approximatly how many people died in WWll
55 million
What was one of the main consequences of the tready of Versailles for Germany.
Germany had to accept full blame for the war.
What year was the tready of Versailles signed in WWl?
1918
on which day was Hitler appointed Reich Chancellor?
January 30, 1930
On what day did Germany, Italy, and Japan sign the tripartite act?
September 27, 1940
How many people died in WWll compared to WWl?
40 Million
What two countries signed the Rome-German axis?
Germany and Italy.
What year did emperor Hirohito take the throne in Japan?
1926
What made Hitler appealing to the German people?
His charisma
What was the main purpose of the league of nations?
To maintain peace after WWl.
What is appeasement?
policy of making concessions to avoid war.