Inter War Years/Start of WWII Blog #12 Due 4/12

The fall of the Weimar Republic holds important lessons for the conditions necessary for a stable democracy. This article discusses the economic and political factors that created the opportunity for Hitler to gain control of Germany. Link: The Fall of the Weimar Republic

Questions:

1. Why does Heilig think heightened social inequality was the key to the fall of the Weimar Republic?

Spanish Civil War

Links: Significant Events in the Spanish Civil War and Francisco Franco

2. In what ways did the Spanish Civil War epitomize the political divisions of interwar Europe?

1938 Munich Agreement

Links: Munich Pact and Neville Chamberlain "Peace in our time", 1938

3. Over the years Chamberlain has suffered much ridicule for his actions at Munich and his “peace in our time” phrase. If you had been in Chamberlain’s shoes in late September of 1938, keeping in mind all the various domestic, economic, and international factors, what would you have done?

Unit 9 World War I and Interwar Years (2 parts)

Part I: Analyze the impact of World War I on women in the Western world. How did it affect their self-perception? How did it affect societies' perceptions of women? Consult Diane Atkinson, Historian on Suffragettes (1) Diane Atkinson, Historian (2) and Gail Braybon, Author on Women's Contribution to the War Effort.





Part II: World War I was a turning point in world history in numerous ways. The war showed the horror of industrial warfare and scarred an entire generation's psyche. Governments, particularly those in industrialized nations, grew in power and gained more influence over economic production and individual lives. Propaganda campaigns showed how societies could be mobilized to behave in certain manners without any overt coercion. Women assumed new roles in society and gained the right to vote in some countries such as the United States and Britain. Thus, World War I encouraged people to question old assumptions. For example, read the essays at The Russian Revolution of 1917 and The German Revolution of 1918. Why were so many people in Russia and Germany willing to support the socialist goals of these revolutions?
This blog has two parts to it so please be sure to answer both parts and respond to your classmates as well. Remember to respond to the question in 6-8 sentences (yes it can be longer) and to respond to two of your classmates answers in 4-6 sentences. Do not just agree or disagree without defending or justifying your argument. Think above and beyond the common answers that you may see. Be sure to challenge your classmates with controversial tactics, actions or selections. Good Luck!!!! Go Mustangs!!!