World War 2 Flashcards

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What was the Destroyers for Bases Deal?

A legislation to support isolationism

An agreement for cash and carry trade

A military alliance between the US and Britain

A compromise for helping Britain by trading US destroyers for military bases (correct)

What is fascism?

A system of government characterized by a dictator, nationalism, and militarism.

Which of the following are characteristics of fascism?

Censorship

War is a noble goal

Teaching of fascism in schools

All of the above (correct)

What does 'Il Duce' mean?

Leader Signup and view all the answers

Kristallnacht was a peaceful protest by the Jewish community.

False Signup and view all the answers

What is the Aryan or master race?

Blue eyes, blond hair, and a good stature. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Fuhrer' refer to?

Leader, specifically used for Hitler in the Nazi Party. Signup and view all the answers

What was The Final Solution?

Nazi Germany's plan for the systematic genocide of European Jews. Signup and view all the answers

What were the Nuremberg Laws?

Nazi racial legislation defining citizenship and the position of Jews. Signup and view all the answers

What was the cash & carry policy?

Warring nations trading with the U.S. must pay cash and transport goods on their own ships. Signup and view all the answers

What are the four freedoms?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What was Pearl Harbor?

A base in Hawaii bombed by Japan on December 7, 1941. Signup and view all the answers

What was the Tripartite Pact?

Military alliance between Germany, Italy, and Japan. Signup and view all the answers

What is Mein Kampf?

'My Struggle' by Adolf Hitler. Signup and view all the answers

What is a coalition government?

A government where no single party has a majority and must ally with others. Signup and view all the answers

What does Anschluss refer to?

Germany's invasion of Austria and the Sudetenland. Signup and view all the answers

What is blitzkrieg?

A military tactic known as 'lightning war' characterized by rapid attacks. Signup and view all the answers

What does Lebensraum mean?

Living space, a concept for expansion by the German people. Signup and view all the answers

What was the Third Reich?

The Nazi dictatorship under Hitler from 1933 to 1945. Signup and view all the answers

What was the National Socialist German Workers Party?

The Nazi Party led by Adolf Hitler. Signup and view all the answers

What was isolationism before WWII?

A policy where the U.S. focused on avoiding involvement in foreign conflicts. Signup and view all the answers

What is The Atlantic Charter?

An agreement between FDR and Winston Churchill promoting freedom and self-determination. Signup and view all the answers

What was the Munich Pact?

An agreement permitting Nazi Germany's annexation of Czechoslovakia's Sudetenland. Signup and view all the answers

Which groups supported isolationism?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What actions or policies foreshadowed war with Japan?

Neutrality Acts and cash & carry policy. Signup and view all the answers

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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Test your knowledge of key terms and concepts from World War 2 with these flashcards. Each card features important definitions and historical details to help you understand the era better.