188 - Fascism - One Minute History

The video discusses the rise of fascism in Italy, characterized by extreme authoritarianism and nationalism. It explains how fascist states are led by a single leader using propaganda to create unity. The video highlights Nazi Germany's expansionist policies and the Holocaust. It concludes with the defeat of fascist powers in World War Two, the Nuremberg Trials, and the importance of remaining vigilant against similar ideologies.

What are the key characteristics of a fascist state?

• Democratic leadership and free press

• Socialist policies and collective ownership

• Single leader and use of propaganda

• Decentralized power and open borders

How did state-run media contribute to fascist regimes?

• By creating an illusion of unity

• By promoting free speech

• By supporting international cooperation

• By encouraging democratic debates

What was a significant policy pursued by Nazi Germany?

• Environmental conservation

• Isolationism

• Racial purification

• Economic liberalization

What event marked the end of World War II and the defeat of fascist powers?

• The signing of the Treaty of Versailles

• The Nuremberg Trials

• The fall of the Berlin Wall

• The Cuban Missile Crisis

What has been the global response to the history of fascism?

• Ignoring past events

• Remaining vigilant against similar ideologies

• Encouraging similar ideologies

• Promoting authoritarian regimes