Rise of Totalitarian States and WWII

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What factors led to the rise of totalitarian states?

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Great Depression, The Rise of Totalitarian regimes, conflicts and agression, and poilitcal and diplomatic developments.

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What was the first violation of the Treaty of Versailles by Hitler?

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Creating a new air force and expanded his army.

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What was blitzkrieg?

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Lightning war - German method of warfare used in WW2

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What was appeasement?

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Policy used by the Allies to deal with Hitler. Sought peace and stability by satisfying the reasonable demands of dissatisfied powers.

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When did WWII officially commence in Europe?

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September 3, 1939 - The surrender of Japan.

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Which totalitarian leader was a communist leader?

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Joseph Stalin.

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What happened on December 7, 1941?

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Attack on Pearl Harbor.

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Why did this event occur on December 7, 1941?

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They were hoping to destroy the fleet and any attempt of US involvement.

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Who were the Allied Powers?

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USA, Britain, Soviet Union.

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Who were the Axis Powers?

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Germany, Italy, Japan.