Anschluss with Austria Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
When was Anchluss declared
A
March 1938
2
Q
In March 1938…
A
Germany declared the union of Germany and Austria
3
Q
Why did Hitler want Anschluss
A
The annexation of Austria (a German speaking state) was part of Hitler’s overall mission for a Greater Germany
4
Q
What did the other nations have to think about Anschluss
A
This was not seen as a threat to Britain and Chamberlain as both countries were German speaking
5
Q
What did this violate
A
The union violated the terms of the Treaty of Versailles
