The New Deal and the Rise of Totalitarian Regimes

These flashcards cover key terms and concepts related to the New Deal and the rise of totalitarian regimes during the early 20th century.

The New Deal

A series of programs and policies implemented by Franklin D. Roosevelt in response to the Great Depression.

National Labor Relations Act (NLRA)

Legislation that protected the rights of workers to organize and bargain collectively.

Social Security Act

A law designed to provide financial support for the elderly, unemployed, and disabled.

Court Packing Plan

A controversial proposal by Roosevelt to increase the number of Supreme Court justices to secure favorable rulings for New Deal legislation.

AAA (Agricultural Adjustment Act)

A New Deal program aimed at raising farm prices by controlling production.

NRA (National Recovery Administration)

A New Deal agency that aimed to stimulate industry and improve labor conditions.

Isolationism

A foreign policy principle that advocates non-involvement in international conflicts.

Axis Powers

The alliance of Germany, Italy, and Japan during World War II.

Fascism

A far-right authoritarian political ideology characterized by dictatorial power, forcible suppression of opposition, and strong regimentation of society.

Benito Mussolini

The founder of Fascism and leader of Italy during World War II.

Hirohito

The Emperor of Japan during World War II.

Stimson Doctrine

U.S. policy that refused to recognize Japan's conquest of Manchuria as legitimate.

Great Depression

A severe worldwide economic depression that took place during the 1930s, impacting global economies.

Weimar Republic

The democratic government formed in Germany after World War I, which faced significant challenges and ultimately failed.

Mein Kampf

A book written by Adolf Hitler that outlines his political ideology and future plans for Germany.

Nazi Party

The National Socialist German Workers' Party, founded by Adolf Hitler, which rose to power in Germany in the 1930s.

Antisemitism

Hostility, prejudice, or discrimination against Jews.

Roosevelt Recession

An economic downturn that occurred in the United States in 1937, during the recovery from the Great Depression.

Democratic Unity

The cooperation and solidarity among members of the Democratic Party; weakened after the New Deal period.

Alf Landon

The Republican opponent of Franklin D. Roosevelt in the 1936 presidential election.

Japanese Oligarchy

The military and political leaders who controlled Japan during the rise of Japanese imperialism and the onset of World War II.

Manchuria

A region in Northeast Asia that was invaded by Japan in 1931.

Second World War

A global conflict from 1939 to 1945, involving most of the world's nations.

TVA (Tennessee Valley Authority)

A New Deal program that aimed to improve economic development in the Tennessee Valley through various projects.