Pre World II Flashcards
What is total war?
- Bombing of cities and the subsequent loss of innocent civilians
(More civilians die than soldiers) - Extreme use of propaganda
- Use of women and captives to support industry and factory production
Who had the most world war II deaths?
The soviet union.
Who had the most civilian deaths?
China
What 3 factors caused Fascism in Europe?
-Great Depression
-Rabid nationalism
-Treaty of versailles
What 3 countries were a part of the axis?
Japan, Italy, and Germany.
Who was the leader of Japan?
Emperor Hirohito.
Who was the leader of Italy?
Benito Mussolini.
Who was Benito Mussolini?
A fascist leader allies the country with Germany and Japan.
What is fascism?
The state is more important than the individual.
Who was crushed by the Great Depression?
Germany.
Who took over Germany?
Hitler and the Nazi party took control of the country fueled by a rage from the Treaty of Versailles.
How did the great depression change Japan factor #1
Military and imperialist business interests are more important than democracy
How did the great depression change Japan factor #2
The ways of the “west” are abandoned in favor of ultranationalism (extreme pride and dedication to on one’s country – fight to the death).
How did the great depression change Japan factor #3
Several political changes occur strengthening the military and emperors power.
Who was a pre-war test site?
Japan.
True or false?
The Japan army invaded China without government permission.
What happened when Japan invaded China?
Horrible atrocities such as bayonet murder and rape of elderly women
Brutal treatment of civilians & prisoners of war
What happened when Japan invaded China?
Horrible atrocities such as bayonet murder and rape of elderly women
There was brutal treatment of civilians & prisoners of war
What happened when Japan invaded China?
Horrible atrocities such as bayonet murder and rape of elderly women
There was brutal treatment of civilians & prisoners of war
What did the league of nations do after Japans harsh treatments?
They commended Japan, but did nothing to stop
Who does Italy invade?
Ethiopia.
What were the dates of the Italy and Ethiopia war?
1935-1941
What did Italy do during their invasion on Ethiopia?
They dropped mustard gas out of planes.
What did the failed attempt to kill an Italian representative lead to?
The execution of 30,000 Ethiopians.
What is hyperinflation?
The money was so worthless (inflated) that it was given out by the wheelbarrow.
What did Hitler used to be?
A World War I soldier.
What did Hitler start as?
A spy.
How did Hitler try to overthrow the German government?
By force.
Who tries to take Germany over forcefully?
Hitler and Nazi party (Beer Hall putsch)
How many Nazis and police were there?
2000 Nazis and 160 police.
Does the attempt of the Nazis to take over the government succeed or fail?
Fail.
What did Hitler get put on trial for?
Treason.
Hitler was found guilty…. but…..
The judge was a nazi sympathizer.
What prison was Hitler placed in?
Landsberg Prison, but it was far from a prison.
What does Mein Kampf stand for?
My struggles.
What does Hitler write in Prison?
Mein Kampf.
What was Mein Kamp and Hitler stand for?
Anti-communist, anti-jew, pro-socialist, ultra German nationalist.
When was Mein Kampf a best seller in Germany?
2017.
What years was Hitler elected chancellor?
1932-1933
What burned in the Reichstag fire?
The capitol.
What do Nazis declare after the Reichstag fire?
Emergency powers against all enemies.
What was Hitler/Nazis’ first goal?
Destroy the Treaty of Versailles.
What does Hitler take a gamble on?
He starts to rebuild a navy and army.
What else did Hitler do to destroy the treaty?
Stopped making payments.
Who is the first country out of the Great Depression?
Germany.
What does building a new military do for Germany?
Puts them back to work.
What was the Versailles limit troop max?
100,000 - 115,00
What was the Wehrmacht troop number?
1935-1939 = 18 million.
What was the Spanish Civil war for Germany?
A war test.
What does the left side stand for?
Communists and Republicans
Who supported the left side?
Russia and U.S
What did the right side stand for?
Fascist and nationalist.
Who supported the right side?
Germany and Italy.
What side wins at the end of the Spanish civil war?
The right wins.
What were World War I combat styles?
Trenches, slow, and stalemate.
What were World War II combat styles?
Lighting strikes.
What were the 4 Blitzkreigs?
- Planes and bombers
2.Artillery/cannons - Tanks
4.Troops
