WW2 Flashcards
In what year did war preparations start?
1937
What was the first phase of the war called, and when was it?
Blitzkrieg, or lightening war, and 1939 to 1941
Which countries had Germany conquered by 1941?
Poland, Denmark, Norway, Holland, Belgium, Luxembourg and France
What was the purpose of the Blitzkrieg?
To conquer the West quickly in order to avoid fighting on two fronts. In this period Hitler was popular and the Germans had lots of resources
What was the second phase of the war called, and when was it?
Total War, and 1941 to 1945
What happened when Germany invaded Russia?
The Russian army and winter was too powerful for the Germans
When did the USA enter WW2?
December 7, 1941
What was the slogan used in Germany from 1939 onwards?
‘Guns or butter’- should the economy focus on guns or butter
When was food rationing introduced in Germany?
September 1939
When was clothes rationing introduced in Germany?
November 1939
What happened to civilians in 1941?
They had to cut back on heating, work longer hours and recycle more. They also donated around 1.5 million fur coats to the army
What happened to civilians in 1942?
Bombings started to increase
Who began to direct Germany’s war economy in 1942,and what happened as a result?
Albert Speer, and postal service were suspended, letter boxes were closed, entertainment with the exception of cinemas were closed and women started to work again
In what year did civilians rapidly start to become less supportive of Hitler?
1943
How many people died in the bombing of Dresden, and when did it take place?
Between 35,000 and 150,000 and February 1945
