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What was the Destroyers for Bases Deal?
What is fascism?
A system of government characterized by a dictator, nationalism, and militarism.
Which of the following are characteristics of fascism?
What does 'Il Duce' mean?
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Kristallnacht was a peaceful protest by the Jewish community.
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What is the Aryan or master race?
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What does 'Fuhrer' refer to?
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What was The Final Solution?
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What were the Nuremberg Laws?
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What was the cash & carry policy?
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What are the four freedoms?
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What was Pearl Harbor?
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What was the Tripartite Pact?
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What is Mein Kampf?
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What is a coalition government?
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What does Anschluss refer to?
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What is blitzkrieg?
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What does Lebensraum mean?
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What was the Third Reich?
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What was the National Socialist German Workers Party?
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What was isolationism before WWII?
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What is The Atlantic Charter?
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Which groups supported isolationism?
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Study Notes
Destroyers for Bases Deal
- Roosevelt's strategy to support Britain while adhering to the Neutrality Act.
- Involved transferring 50 usable US destroyers to Britain in exchange for military base rights on Caribbean islands.
Fascism
- A governing system led by a dictator, promoting nationalism and militarism.
Characteristics of Fascism
- Emphasizes historical greatness, censorship of dissent, and education promoting Fascist ideology.
- Notably associates war as a noble goal, as highlighted by Hitler.
Il Duce
- The Italian term for "leader," specifically referring to Benito Mussolini.
Kristallnacht
- A pivotal event known as the "night of broken glass," marked by the destruction of synagogues and Jewish properties across Germany.
Aryan or Master Race
- Defined by physical attributes: blue eyes, blonde hair, and a strong stature, considered ideal by Nazi ideology.
Fuhrer
- German term for "leader," primarily used in the context of Hitler's leadership in the Nazi Party.
The Final Solution
- The Nazi regime's systematic genocide plan targeting European Jews during World War II.
Nuremberg Laws
- Racial laws established by Nazis to purify Germany, defining Jewish citizenship and rights within the Third Reich.
Cash & Carry
- Economic policy allowing warring nations to purchase goods from the US, requiring cash payment and self-transportation, favoring the Allies due to German blockade limitations.
The Four Freedoms
- Essential freedoms proposed by FDR: freedom from fear, freedom from want, freedom of speech, and freedom of worship.
Pearl Harbor
- Key military base in Hawaii attacked by Japan on December 7, 1941, resulting in the US joining WWII due to widespread destruction and morale impact.
Tripartite Pact
- The alliance known as the Rome-Berlin-Tokyo Axis, linking Nazi Germany, Italy, and Japan.
Mein Kampf
- Adolf Hitler's autobiographical book outlining his political ideology, rejecting democracy, communism, and the Treaty of Versailles.
Coalition Government
- A political system where no single party holds a majority, promoting alliances among various parties, exemplified in Germany’s political climate.
Anschluss
- The annexation and invasion of Austria and the Sudetenland by Germany.
Blitzkrieg
- "Lightning war" strategy involving quick and overwhelming attacks using fast-moving tank columns supported by air forces, notably against Poland.
Lebensraum
- Hitler’s concept of "living space," advocating for expansion to accommodate the German population's needs.
Third Reich
- Refers to the Nazi state under Hitler's control from 1933 to 1945.
National Socialist German Workers Party
- The full name of the Nazi Party, with Hitler serving as chairman.
Isolationism Before WWII
- American policy reflected in the passage of Neutrality Acts and movements led by Norman Thomas and the America First Committee, aimed at keeping the US out of international conflict.
The Atlantic Charter / Common Principles
- Agreement between FDR and Winston Churchill emphasizing freedom from fear and want, self-determination, and free trade, advocating disarmament and an end to territorial claims.
Munich Pact or Appeasement Policy
- An agreement that allowed Nazi Germany to annex the Sudetenland of Czechoslovakia, highlighting the policy of appeasement towards Hitler's expansionist ambitions.
Groups/Individuals Supporting Isolationism
- Included college students, political figures like Norman Thomas, and organizations like the America First Committee promoting non-involvement in foreign wars.
Actions/Policies Foreshadowing War with Japan
- Key initiatives included Neutrality Acts and the cash & carry policy, indicating the US's reluctance and eventual need to engage with Japan.
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