HISTORY - Rise of Fascism

Fascism - Definition

“A political philosophy, movement that exalts nation and often race above the individual.”

Benito Mussolini

1. Wanted to create a new Roman Empire

2. Led a political party that staged a coup d’etat, overthrowing the king of Italy

3. In 1939, Hitler and Mussolini signed an alliance creating the Axis Powers

Adolf Hitler

1. Born in Austria

2. Created “German Workers Party” in 1919, becoming the National Socialist German Workers Party

3. In 1923, Hitler staged a coup,failed, and was sent to prison

   1. Wrote “Mein Kampf” during his sentence

Isolationism

The focus on domestic affairs and economic recovery, while staying out of foreign disputes and advocating non-involvement in European and Asian warfare.