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Treaty of Versailles

Signed on June 28, 1919, after World War I, it failed to maintain global peace and contributed to the outbreak of World War II.

Great Depression

A period from 1929 to 1941 marked by economic downturn, widespread unemployment, and poverty, leading to hunger and increased suicide rates.

Totalitarianism

A form of government with unlimited state power controlling public and private life, associated with fascist regimes like Nazi Germany.

Fascism

A government system characterized by dictatorial power, control of industry, suppression of opposition, and extreme nationalism.

Holocaust

The systematic persecution and murder of six million Jews by the Nazi regime, along with other targeted groups during World War II.

Militarism in Japan

Emperor Hirohito's leadership in response to the Great Depression, leading to military expansion in Asia and the invasion of Manchuria in 1931.

Axis Powers

Alliance led by dictators Adolf Hitler (Germany), Benito Mussolini (Italy), and Hideki Tojo (Japan) during World War II.

Outbreak of World War II

Started on September 1, 1939, when Germany attacked Poland, leading to declarations of war by Great Britain and France.

Technology Used - Tanks

Military vehicles like T-34, Tiger II, M4 Sherman, and Char B1 used during World War II for combat operations.

Allied Leaders

Key figures like Winston Churchill (UK), Franklin D. Roosevelt (US), and Joseph Stalin (USSR) who led the Allied Powers during World War II.