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This assignment explores the fundamental principles of fascism as a political system and investigates how these beliefs contributed to the outbreak of World War II. Focusing on the Nazi Party in Germany during the 1920s and 1930s, students will analyze appealing aspects of the Nazi agenda while considering the rise of leaders like Adolf Hitler and Benito Mussolini. With insights into the economic and political crises of the times, this homework aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of fascism's origins and impact on global conflict.
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Good Afternoon!!! • NVC • Complete Nazi Agenda activity 3. Fascism: A Totalitarian Political System Essential Question: What are the core beliefs of Fascism and how did these beliefs contribute to the start of WWII? Homework: Finish Fascism Textbook
Nazi Agenda If you were a German in the 1920s-1930s, which of the Nazi Party’s agenda points would you find the most appealing?
Paula Hitler • http://knowmore.washingtonpost.com/2014/01/15/hitler-had-a-sister-and-she-gave-a-chilling-interview-to-british-television/
Rise of Hitler • 1934 Adolf Hitler becomes Fuhrer (totalitarian ruler) of Germany • Leader of the Nazi Party • Nazi Party is a Fascist Party • What do we know about Fascism?
Origins of Fascism *Fasces* • Fascism starts in Italy • Italy is in an economic crisis • Italy disappointed with Treaty of Versailles • Did not get the territory they wanted • Felt betrayed and taken advantage of
Rise of Mussolini • Benito Mussolini • Founds Fascist Party in 1919 • Promises to revive the economy and build a powerful army • 1922 leads 30,000 Fascists in a march on Rome • Establishes a Totalitarian government • Hitler looked up to Mussolini
Essential Question • What are the core beliefs of Fascism and how did these beliefs lead to the start of WWII?