Important terms

Gouzenko Affair

An event in 1945 where Igor Gouzenko, a Soviet clerk in Canada, defected and revealed a Soviet spy network.

Sudetenland

A region of Czechoslovakia with many German speakers, taken by Nazi Germany in 1938, leading to World War II.

Dreadnought

A type of battleship introduced in 1906, noted for being faster, more powerful, and better armed than earlier designs.

Mein Kampf

A book written by Adolf Hitler in the 1920s that outlines his political ideas and racist views.

Spitfire

A British fighter plane used during World War II known for its speed and agility, crucial in the Battle of Britain.

YWCA

Young Women’s Christian Association, an organization focused on women's empowerment, health, education, and social justice.

Intrepid

A warship that fought in World War II, now a museum in New York City showcasing military history.