Anschluss Flashcards
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Anschluss with Austria
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Hitler believe stronger together and many Austrian wanted the union as economically weak
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Hitler’s first attempt
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in 1934 Hitler tried to make a union but Mussolini stopped him but now Allied
Strong Nazi party presence in Austria
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Second Attempt 1938
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Hitler created political unrest and pressured Schuschnigg to unite
Plebiscite was called with no reaction from Austria
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Second Attempt Securing Union
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March 1938 Hitler sent in troops to guarantee he got the vote.
99.75%voted for Hitler
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Result
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Gained Germany all the mineral wealth: Gold iron and boosted Industry
Strengthen and greatened the German Empire