Ultranationalism Flashcards
(49 cards)
What is ultranationalism?
An extreme form of nationalism where a nation promotes its own interests at the expense of others; a main cause of WWII.
What is a key trait of ultranationalists?
Extreme loyalty to their country and leader, often to the point of denying any wrongdoing by the nation.
How does racism relate to ultranationalism?
Ultranationalists often target minorities and immigrants as threats to the nation.
How do ultranationalists treat national identity?
They glorify their national identity and treat their leaders as god-like figures.
What is ‘contempt for other nations’ in ultranationalism?
A belief that other nations are inferior and deserving of hostility or war.
What is ‘othering’ in ultranationalism?
Dividing people into “us” vs “them,” often targeting the “them” group for hate or violence.
What is scapegoating in ultranationalism?
Blaming a person or group for national problems, sometimes creating crises just to assign blame.
How is nationalism different from ultranationalism?
Nationalism is pride in national identity with respect for others; ultranationalism involves hate and exclusion of those different.
When does ultranationalism often develop?
During times of crisis such as economic hardship (e.g. Great Depression) or post-war instability.
How does ultranationalism relate to extreme patriotism?
It includes fanatical loyalty and a readiness to label dissenters as enemies of the state.
How do ultranationalists use propaganda?
They manipulate media and information to spread lies and incite hate.
What are some tools used in propaganda?
Name-calling, scapegoating, using symbols to appeal to values, and playing on fear and prejudice.
What is an example of Nazi propaganda blaming Jews?
“He is guilty of the war!” – A poster accusing Jews of causing Germany’s problems.
What does the poster “I love Germany!” depict?
Adolf Hitler as a divine, heroic leader using light and eagles to elevate his image.
What was “The Poisonous Mushroom”?
A Nazi children’s book teaching that Jews were dangerous and harmful to society.
What is “Triumph of the Will”?
A 1934 Nazi propaganda film glorifying Hitler and Germany’s power during a Nazi rally.
What caused ultranationalism to rise in Germany? Economic crisis (reparations
hyperinflation
What was the Weimar Republic? An unstable German democratic government formed after WWI
easily manipulated by extremist parties.
Which parties competed for power in Weimar Germany? The Communist Party and the National Socialist (Nazi) Party.
How did the Nazi Party gain popularity? Through ultranationalist promises to restore Germany’s power
scapegoating Jews and communists
What are examples of Nazi ultranationalism? Book burnings
propaganda about racial superiority
When did Hitler become Chancellor of Germany? January 1933.
What was the Reichstag Fire? 1933 arson attack on German parliament
used by Hitler to declare emergency powers.
What was the Enabling Act? March 1933 law that suspended rights and gave Hitler dictatorial power in Germany.
