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What two powers were there?
What two powers were there?
Which countries were the Axis Powers?
Which countries were the Axis Powers?
Germany, Italy, Japan
Which countries were the Allied Powers?
Which countries were the Allied Powers?
Great Britain, US, Soviet Union, France
What was the Treaty of Versailles?
What was the Treaty of Versailles?
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What did Japan want to do?
What did Japan want to do?
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What is fascism?
What is fascism?
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What party was Hitler part of?
What party was Hitler part of?
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What are some characteristics of fascism?
What are some characteristics of fascism?
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Who was Mussolini?
Who was Mussolini?
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What was Mussolini's nickname?
What was Mussolini's nickname?
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Who was Mussolini allied with?
Who was Mussolini allied with?
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How was the economy in Germany during Hitler's rise?
How was the economy in Germany during Hitler's rise?
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What was the Nazi Party?
What was the Nazi Party?
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What did Hitler do?
What did Hitler do?
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What did he call himself?
What did he call himself?
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What did he become in Germany?
What did he become in Germany?
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What is a totalitarian government?
What is a totalitarian government?
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What is the Theory of Race according to the Nazi Party?
What is the Theory of Race according to the Nazi Party?
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What was the Master Race?
What was the Master Race?
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Who were the Untermenschen?
Who were the Untermenschen?
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What was the LEBENSUNWERTES LEBEN?
What was the LEBENSUNWERTES LEBEN?
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Who was Stalin?
Who was Stalin?
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What was communism?
What was communism?
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Where was the Third Reich?
Where was the Third Reich?
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What countries attended the Third Reich?
What countries attended the Third Reich?
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What was Chamberlain vs. Churchill about?
What was Chamberlain vs. Churchill about?
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Who did Germany invade?
Who did Germany invade?
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What was Blitzkrieg?
What was Blitzkrieg?
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What happened at Dunkirk?
What happened at Dunkirk?
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What was the Japanese threat?
What was the Japanese threat?
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Japan began to move into French and British colonies.
Japan began to move into French and British colonies.
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In the Philippines, where there were African troops.
In the Philippines, where there were African troops.
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The US enforced an embargo on Japan.
The US enforced an embargo on Japan.
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Tojo did not want to hold talks with the French, began planning an attack.
Tojo did not want to hold talks with the French, began planning an attack.
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Japanese warplanes attacked Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.
Japanese warplanes attacked Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.
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Surprise attack on American Pacific fleet, damaged battleships and planes, killed almost 2 billion people.
Surprise attack on American Pacific fleet, damaged battleships and planes, killed almost 2 billion people.
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The next day Roosevelt declared war on the Axis Powers.
The next day Roosevelt declared war on the Axis Powers.
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Japanese Americans were unsuccessful business people and farmers.
Japanese Americans were unsuccessful business people and farmers.
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After the attack, Japanese loyalty was questioned.
After the attack, Japanese loyalty was questioned.
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FDR let many Japanese Americans to join the internment camps freely.
FDR let many Japanese Americans to join the internment camps freely.
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Stalin urged Allied powers to send armies across the English Channel to France.
Stalin urged Allied powers to send armies across the English Channel to France.
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OPERATION WAKANDA was the code name for the invasion of Europe.
OPERATION WAKANDA was the code name for the invasion of Europe.
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Dwight Eisenhower was appointed the commander of Allied forces in Europe.
Dwight Eisenhower was appointed the commander of Allied forces in Europe.
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In December 2004, Allies moved west towards Germany.
In December 2004, Allies moved west towards Germany.
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Study Notes
Powers Involved in World War 2
- Axis Powers included Germany, Italy, and Japan.
- Allied Powers consisted of Great Britain, the United States, the Soviet Union, and France.
Treaty of Versailles and Consequences
- The Treaty of Versailles was severely punitive toward Germany, contributing to economic devastation.
Japan's Imperial Ambitions
- Japan aimed to expand its empire during this period.
Fascism Explained
- Fascism prioritizes the nation over individuals, typically led by a dictator.
- Characteristics include a strong political party and the absolute authority of the dictator.
Adolf Hitler and the Nazi Party
- Hitler was the leader of the National Socialist Party, which represented an anti-Semitic variant of fascism.
- He termed himself "Fuhrer" and rose to the position of Chancellor of Germany.
Totalitarianism
- A totalitarian government encompasses a single party that suppresses opposition and controls various aspects of life.
Ideology of the Nazi Party
- The Nazi Party envisioned an Aryan master race, defined by traits like blonde hair and blue eyes.
- They labeled others as "Untermenschen," or sub-human, and viewed them as a societal threat.
Historical Context and Key Events
- The phrase "Lebensunwertes Leben" referred to lives deemed unworthy, notably used during the Holocaust against Jews.
- Key figures included Joseph Stalin, the communist leader of the Soviet Union.
The Third Reich and International Relations
- The Third Reich represented the German Empire.
- Notable discussions among Germany, Britain, France, and Italy occurred in Munich regarding Europe's future.
Military Tactics and Conflicts
- Germany invaded Poland using Blitzkrieg, or "lightning war," tactics.
- The Dunkirk evacuation was a significant event where Allied troops were rescued following German invasion.
The Japanese Threat and U.S. Relations
- Japan began aggressions into French and British colonies, receiving resources from the U.S.
- Following tensions, the U.S. enacted an embargo against Japan.
Pearl Harbor Attack
- Japan's surprise attack on Pearl Harbor resulted in significant damage to the U.S. fleet and led to the U.S. declaring war on Axis Powers.
Treatment of Japanese Americans
- Post-Pearl Harbor, Japanese Americans faced suspicion regarding their loyalty.
- Many were placed into internment camps, often against their will.
Allied Strategies and Leaders
- Stalin called for Allied forces to launch invasions across the English Channel.
- Dwight D. Eisenhower commanded Allied forces in Europe, playing a pivotal role in military strategies.
Miscellaneous Facts
- Claims regarding Japanese American economic status were false; they were often successful in business and agriculture.
- The erroneous reference to "Operation Wakanda" highlights misinformation regarding the invasion plans during the war.
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