1. WWII
Axis vs. Allies

2. WWII September 1, 1939- September 2, 1945 50+ countries involved
16 Million soldiers/ civilians dead

3. Germany– Hitler

4. Italy– Mussolini

5. Japan– Hirohito—1926 Tojo-- 1941

6. Britain— George VI– 1936 Churchill- 1940

7. USSR– Stalin

8. USA– FDR

9. Problems leading to WWII:
WWI- Treaty of Versailles
Nationalism
Loss and land and power
People in the wrong country
Germany- war guilt and reparations
Economic Depression
Severe inflation and unemployment

10. Political and social unrest
The rise of dictatorships/ collapse of democracy
Fascism
Extreme nationalism
Government creates economic and social programs to create/ maintain superiority
Ex: Nazi party

11. German fascism Restricted basic liberties Persecuted minorities
Imprisoned rivals
Indoctrinated children
Exalt force
Praise discipline, obedience, and loyalty
Propaganda

12. Hitler and Nazi popularity
Legally Chancellor, legally dictator
HOW?
Promised to rebuild the economy
Improved morale
Parades
Propaganda