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When did the Nazis take Czechoslovakia?
When did the Nazis take Czechoslovakia?
Who signed the Molotov-Ribbentrop non-aggression Pact?
Who signed the Molotov-Ribbentrop non-aggression Pact?
When did Britain and France declare war on Germany?
When did Britain and France declare war on Germany?
Who became the Prime Minister of Britain after the Munich conference?
Who became the Prime Minister of Britain after the Munich conference?
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During which period did the Battle of Britain take place?
During which period did the Battle of Britain take place?
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What event marked the beginning of the Axis Victories phase during World War II?
What event marked the beginning of the Axis Victories phase during World War II?
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Which agreement was signed by Germany and Austria in March 1938?
Which agreement was signed by Germany and Austria in March 1938?
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What characterized the period known as the 'Phoney War'?
What characterized the period known as the 'Phoney War'?
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Which major event occurred during the Munich conference in September 1938?
Which major event occurred during the Munich conference in September 1938?
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What was the immediate consequence of Germany's 'Anschluss' with Austria in March 1938?
What was the immediate consequence of Germany's 'Anschluss' with Austria in March 1938?
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Study Notes
Czechoslovakia and World War II
- Nazis invaded Czechoslovakia in March 1939, effectively annexing the country.
- The Munich Agreement, signed in September 1938, allowed Nazi Germany to annex the Sudetenland.
Key Agreements and Non-Aggression Pacts
- The Molotov-Ribbentrop non-aggression Pact was signed by Germany and the Soviet Union on August 23, 1939.
- This agreement included a secret protocol dividing Eastern Europe into spheres of influence.
Outbreak of War
- Britain and France declared war on Germany on September 3, 1939, following Germany's invasion of Poland.
- The declaration marked the official start of World War II in Europe.
British Political Changes
- Neville Chamberlain served as Prime Minister before the Munich Conference; he was succeeded by Winston Churchill in May 1940, after the initial phase of the war.
The Battle of Britain
- The Battle of Britain took place from July to October 1940, marking a significant air campaign waged by the German Luftwaffe.
Axis Victories Phase
- The period marked by significant Axis victories began with the invasion of Poland in September 1939 and led to rapid conquests across Europe.
Germany and Austria
- Germany and Austria signed the Anschluss agreement in March 1938, formally uniting the two nations under Nazi influence.
Phoney War
- The 'Phoney War,' lasting from September 1939 until April 1940, was characterized by a lack of major military operations on the Western Front, despite the state of war declared.
Munich Conference Outcomes
- A major event during the Munich Conference in September 1938 was the concession of the Sudetenland to Germany, which was agreed upon by Britain, France, Germany, and Italy.
Consequences of Anschluss
- The immediate consequence of Germany's 'Anschluss' with Austria was the strengthening of Nazi Germany's position in Europe, accelerating further territorial expansions.
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Description
Test your knowledge on the significant events that led to the outbreak of World War II, from Germany's 'Anschluss' with Austria to the invasion of Poland and the declaration of war by Britain and France. This quiz covers key moments from March 1938 to October 1940.
