Anschluss with Austria Flashcards
Which country did Hitler believe should be part of Germany?
Austria, in Mein Kampf Hitler clearly states he felt that the two states belonged together.
What was one reason the Austrians were in favour of becoming part of Germany.
They were so economically weak at the time.
What happened when Hitler tried to take over Austria in 1934?
Mussolini stopped him.
How did Hitler get the Austrian chancellor to agree to Anschluss?
Hitler encouraged Nazis in Austria to cause riots and trouble in the government and the only way for this to stop would be to accept Anschluss.
How did France and Britain to Austrias plea to the League of Nations?
They did nothing.
What did Chacellor Schushnigg do after the poor response from Britain and France?
He held a Plebiscite.
How did Hitler ensure he would win the plebiscite?
He sent many german troops into Austria to intimidate voters.
