World war 2

the interwar years 1919-1939

By jay_balbuena

  • The treaty of Versailles is Signed

    The treaty of Versailles is Signed
    This document gave Germany almost all responsablity for WW1 Germany lost moeny and there arm forces.

  • The First Meeting of the League of Nations

    The First Meeting of the League of Nations
    Assembly of the League of Nations meets for the first time in Geneva, Switzerland. The US is notably absent, the Senate having voted against joining the League in November 1919

  • The Beer Hall Putsch

    The Beer Hall Putsch
    Adolf Hitler and General Ludendorf, a World War One hero, lead a small contingent of followers in a harmless, comical attempt at rebellion, for which Hitler is imprisoned for two years.

  • Vladimir Lenin Dies

    Vladimir Lenin Dies
    Lenin's death leaves some question as to who will be his successor. Joseph Stalin eventually beats out Leon Trotsky to take control of the Soviet government.

  • Locarno Pacts are Signed The

    Locarno Pacts are Signed The
    The Locarno Pacts are signed in efforts to stabilize relations with Germany and its neighbors. The pacts usher in a period of peace and prosperity.

  • Hitler is Appointed Chancellor of Germany

    Hitler is Appointed Chancellor of Germany
    Hitler is Appointed Chancellor of Germany In an attempt to reel in the chaos of the German government, President Paul von Hindenburg declares Hitler chancellor, the first major step in Hitler's ascent to dictatorship.

  • munich pact

    munich pact
    The Munich Pact is Signed Britain and France appease Hitler by signing the Munich Pact, which grants Hitler control of the Czech Sudetenland.

  • Spanish Civil War

    Spanish Civil War
    The Spanish Civil War Ends Madrid falls to Francisco Franco's forces, effectively ending the Spanish Civil War. Franco's oppressive dictatorship begins.