International Relations In The Twentieth Century- Europe after WW1, Mussolini Flashcards
Explain communism
A political movement aiming to create an equal society where all property is owned by workers and peasants
How did Lenin become leader of Russia in 1917?
He believed in communism and led a successful rebellion in 1917 becoming leader of Russia now called the USSR.
Explain the league of nations
An international organisation set up to maintain world peace
What were the aims of the USA, France and Britain at the Paris Peace Conference
President wilson wanted Germany to be fairly treated to preserve world peace
David Lloyd George wanted to impose harsh terms of Germany
President Clemenceau wanted revenge on Germany to keep it weak.
What did Italy want at the Paris Peace Conference
Wanted land they were promised for joining WW1 in 1915
What were the terms of the treaty of Versailles
Rhineland was demilitarised Union with Austria was forbidden German army reduced to 100000 soldiers War guilt clause was placed on germany £6.6 billion reparations had to be paid to Allies by Germany Germany lost land
Explain fascism
A political system where a strong ruler has complete control over a country and there are no elections
Why was fascism supported in Italy and Geramny after WW1
People were unhappy about the treaty of Versailles
People wanted more power for their countries
Economic troubles- wall street crash
Belief that democracy failed to deal with troubles
Fear of communism
