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Treaty of Versailles
Due to the events of WWI, Germany was held liable for all the damage caused by WWI forcing them to have to pay for the damages. -
Fascism
As many countries are in an economic depression, the fascist party started to rise as countries like Italy and Germany start to become powers. -
Japanese Imperialism
By letting Japan takeover land without any reprocussions, Germany and Italy decided that they would be able to takeover whatever they wanted without any problems. -
The Great Depression
Due to the Great Depression, the US could not help Germany pay off the damages they had to pay from the Treaty of Versailles. -
Nazi Party rise
The country of Germany was in a downward spiral and need someone to give the country hope. Adolf Hitler is able to raise the ranks as he persuades hopeful Germans with promises of a greater future. -
Appeasement
Due to WWI, nobody wanted to go to war again. So they basically allowed Japan and Germany to take over any land they wanted.