The Start of World War II Flashcards
How did world war one begin? Why was Germany so successful in the initial months?
Why was there little opposition to Hitler?
He fixed Germany’s economic problems, used propaganda and education to brainwash people, and rewarded those who followed him, while those who didn’t were scared into silence by the SS and SA.
How did Hitler maintain control over Germany?
He used propaganda, the education system, rewarded loyal followers, and intimidated dissenters with quick, brutal actions by the SS and SA.
What sparked the outbreak of WW2
When Germany invaded Poland
How did the early years of WWII go for Germany?
The first year went well, with Germany sweeping through eastern and western Europe with little resistance.
Why did Britain and France let Germany invade Czechoslovakia
They were not ready to go back to battle so made a deal that if Hitler didn’t invade anywhere else he could keep Czechoslovakia and they would leave him alone
When did WWII start to go badly for Germany?
From 1942 onward, the war began to go badly for Germany.
What major event happened in September 1939
Germany invaded Poland, starting WWII.
What happened on September 3, 1939?
France and Britain declared war on Germany.
Which countries did Germany invade from April to June 1940?
Germany invaded Denmark and Norway, then used blitzkrieg tactics to take over the Netherlands, Belgium, and northern France.
What was the significance of June 10, 1940?
Italy entered the war as part of the Axis powers.
What event happened on July 10, 1940?
Germany launched air attacks on Britain.
What was the Tripartite Pact?
An alliance between Germany, Italy, and Japan was signed on September 22, 1940, forming the Axis Alliance.
When did the Axis powers attack Russia?
June 22, 1941, with 4 million troops.
What happened on September 3, 1943?
Italy surrendered to the Allies, but Germany helped Mussolini escape and set up a government in Northern Italy.
What was D-Day?
The Normandy Invasion on June 6, 1944, when Allied forces landed in France.
