20th Century Authoritarian States: Hitler and Castro

Flashcards covering key similarities and differences between the authoritarian regimes of Hitler and Castro, focusing on consolidation methods, propaganda, and political repression.

Both Hitler and Castro aimed to __ power under a single leader and suppress opposition.

centralize

Hitler's regime was based on a racist ideology of Aryan supremacy while Castro's was founded on __ principles.

Marxist-Leninist

The key feature of Castro’s consolidation after 1959 was the anti-imperialist wresting of power from __ institutions.

American

The Nazi regime's systematic genocide against Jews and other groups is known as the __.

Holocaust

Castro's regime implemented __ policies leading to a state-controlled economy.

socialist economic

In a dictatorship, there is no real separation of __ which can strike down legislation as unconstitutional.

powers

Positions of power were often given to individuals who were loyal to the __ in both regimes.

party/regime

The Reichstag fire led to the __ of the Communists from Parliament and marked the end of democracy in Germany.

expulsion

The Schutzstaffel (SS) became the most important paramilitary organization under __'s regime.

Hitler

The Cuban government banned all political parties, indicating the establishment of a __ state system.

dual

The propaganda used by totalitarian regimes seeks to promote social __ and depoliticization.

solidarity

Hitler mobilized the masses using __ like the Nuremberg Rallies to support the Nazi regime.

propaganda

The leadership of the Nazi regime was characterized by the __, emphasizing the will of the Führer was above the law.

Führerprinzip

Both regimes employed __ organizations like the Gestapo and Department of State Security to suppress dissent.

secret police

Hitler's policies included the implementation of the __ Act in March 1933, which was pivotal to his consolidation of power.

Enabling

In addition to being a political leader, Castro was also portrayed as a __ of the people, emphasizing his humble beginnings.

servant

The Cuban Missile Crisis was a significant moment that showcased Castro's ability to navigate international __.

crises

Public works programs in Nazi Germany, such as the construction of the __, focused on showcasing Nazi achievements.

Reichsautobahn

Hitler's regime promoted loyalty through organizations like the __ aimed at youth engagement within the party.

Hitler Youth

The main differences in opposing dissent between both regimes lay in the __ nature of the oppression.

ideological

Cuba's support for revolutionary movements in countries such as __ illustrates its aim to spread anti-imperialist sentiment.

Angola