First WWI Test

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Mussolini

Italian dictator who formed the Fascist Party, known for the symbol of a flag with sticks tied together symbolizing strength

Hitler

German dictator who pursued aggressive expansion, leading to WWII, known for his conquest of Europe

Franco

Spanish military general who led the Nationalist forces in overthrowing the Spanish government

Stalin

Soviet Union dictator known for his iron-fisted rule and leadership during WWII

Appeasement Meeting

Policy allowing Hitler to expand Germany unchecked, meeting between Britain and Germany

Blitzkrieg

Lightning war tactic involving rapid and coordinated attacks, used by Germany in WWII for quick victories

Isolationists vs Interventionists

Isolationists avoided involvement in WWII, Interventionists believed in helping allies and protecting democracy

Quarantine Speech

FDR's speech advocating quarantining aggressive nations to prevent war, focused on economic measures

Cash and Carry

Policy allowing countries to pay cash for American supplies and transport them, replaced by Lend-Lease

Lend-Lease

Policy allowing the US to sell, exchange, lend, or lease war materiel to countries vital for US security

USS Kearny

was attacked while trying to assist British ships off the coast of Iceland.

Pearl Harbor

Japanese attack on US naval base in Hawaii, leading to US entry into WWII and changing the course of the war

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USS Reuben James

1. was attacked off the coast of Iceland. A torpedo was meant for a merchant ship and hit Reuben James. It sunk and 100 will die.