Which Countries Supported Hitler? Flashcards
What were the 5 possible alliances with Hiter?
-Britain
-Italy
-Spain
-Japan
-Italy and Japan (triple alliance)
When did Hitler suggest a non-aggression pact with Britain that would last for how long?
He suggested it in 1936 which would last for 25 years.
Why was Hitler very keen to become allies with Britain?
He admired the British monarchy and many of Britain’s traditions and values.
Why did some British politicians want to cooperate with Hitler?
To avoid or postpone a war; they needed time to rearm, raise funds and persuade the British public they had to fight, but they had no plan to sign up to an official alliance.
What had Britain strengthened after the remilitarisation of the Rhineland?
Their agreement with France and Belgium, instead of Germany, in the Locarno Treaty.
Why did Hitler want an alliance with Italy?
He could see that he had many things in common with Fascist Italy.
Why did Hitler not want an alliance with Italy?
Mussolini had prevented him from invading Austria after the Dolfuss Affair in 1934.
When and what agreement did Hitler and Mussolini make?
The Rome-Berlin Axis in 1936 which was not a formal agreement, but the two countries said that they would work more closely together.
What had agreeing to with work Hitler mean for Mussolini?
It would mean he was no longer isolated in Europe as his relationship with Britain and France had suffered. He could continue to rebuild a ‘new Roman empire’ safe in the knowledge that he had an ally if other countries declared war in retaliation.
Why had Hitler sent troops and weapons to help Franco during the civil war in Spain in 1936?
-He could test out new weapons such as his Luftwaffe and his troops would get an experience of fighting in a war
-If Franco won, Hitler would have gained an ally
-The Communist USSR was supporting Franco’s enemies and Hitler had sworn to destroy Communism. Hitler feared if the Republicans in Spain won, this would become a strong Communist state in the west which he didn’t want to happen
What was the result of Hitler and Mussolini sending troops and weapons to Spain during the civil war there?
Franco was delighted to have 2 new strong allies. By 1939 he had defeated the Republicans and became the dictator of Spain. Much of his victory was thanks to the support from the Nazis.
When had Japan fought against the USSR?
1905
What was there between Japan and the USSR?
Rivalry and hatred.
What group did the Communist USSR develop?
The Comintern: a group dedicated to spreading Communism.
What pact did Germany and Japan sign and when?
On 25 November 1936 they signed the Anti-Comintern Pact, an agreement that they would work against Communism, which was later joined by Mussolini.
