Reasons for the German invasion of Poland 1939 Flashcards
What was Chamberlain’s policy towards Germany?
The policy of appeasement meant letting Hitler have what he wanted (the Sudetenland) which was stalling the Germans so that the British could rearm.
What was the main aim of the policy of appeasement?
Chamberlain was eager to ensure peace with Nazi Germany and at all costs to avoid destruction and another war.
Why did appeasement not work?
Because Germany invaded Poland
Why did Germany invade Poland?
Germany demanded military through Poland to access to the German port city of Danzig and had (who had elected the Nazis).
Why did Hitler think that he could invade Poland without provoking conflict?
Even though France and Britain pledged their support for Poland, they did not go to any great lengths to defend Poland.
What was the Polish Corridor?
The areas surrounding Danzig was known as the Polish corridor which use to belong to Germany. It acted as a buffering zone between Germany and the sea.
How did the Nazis justify the invasion of Poland?
They used the pretenses of persecution of Polish Germans as justification for invading Poland in a ‘defensive action’.
What was the Nazi-Soviet Pact?
The pact publicly agreed peace between the two countries and privately committed both to the invasion of Poland
When was the Nazi-Soviet Pact?
23rd August 1939
Why did Hitler underestimate the allies?
He consistently received poor intelligence regarding their military which led him to underestimate them.
