Dictatorship/Cold War Study Guide

Flashcards covering key concepts related to dictatorships and the Cold War, focusing on government structures, leaders, methods of control, and ideological differences.

What were the two main types of government discussed in the lecture notes?

Dictatorship and Communism.

What factors contributed to the changes in government structures in Germany and the Soviet Union?

Social, economic, and political conditions.

What is a key difference between Fascism and Communism?

Fascism emphasizes national superiority and hierarchy, while Communism advocates for class equality.

What were common methods of control used in dictatorships?

Propaganda and repression of dissent.

How did the governments in Germany and the Soviet Union change during their respective periods?

Changes can be analyzed through whether they occurred peacefully or violently.

Who were key leaders in the Soviet Union during the Cold War?

Leaders like Joseph Stalin.

What did dictators promise to gain popular support?

Economic stability, national pride, and social order.

What role did propaganda play in the regimes of Nazi Germany and the Soviet Union?

It was used to manipulate public perception and control information.