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1918 - 1939 : Post WW1 & Pre WW2

  • World War 1 is over

    World War 1 is over
    World War 1 or also known as the Great War ended. This war was centred in Europe. The Great War was a global war that involved many countries such as Britain, Australia and The United States of America.
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    The time between WW1 and WW2

    This is a timeline of the events that happened between the two World Wars.
  • The Treaty of Versailles was signed.

    The Treaty of Versailles was signed.
    The Treaty of Versailles was signed in Germany and was one of the peace treaties. This treaty ended the war between Germany and the Allied Powers.
  • The Roaring 20s

    The Roaring 20s
    The Roaring Twenties was a period of time after the Great War where the economics in many countries were at their highest peak. More Americans were living in the city instead of farms during this time.
  • Hilter attempts to seize power in Germany

    Hilter attempts to seize power in Germany
    This was the first time Adolf Hitler tried to overthrow the German government.
  • The Nazis only win 3 per cent of votes in the German Election.

    The Nazis only win 3 per cent of votes in the German Election.
    HItler and The Nazis only win 3 per cent of votes in the German Election.
  • The Great Depression Begins

    The Great Depression Begins
    This year the Great Depression had started. People went into great debt and lost their jobs. Many large companies were letting most of their employees go because they couldn't afford to pay them
  • Unemployment reaches it peak in the Great Depression

  • Nazis gain power in Germany

    Nazis gain power in Germany
    Hitler and the Nazis finally gain power and control over Germany. By March 1933, Hitler had full power of Germany and could influence any decisions made.
  • Spanish Civil War

    Spanish Civil War
    The Soanish Civil War was a military revolt against the Republican government of Spain. This war was supported by conservative elements within the country. The Nationalists had support from the Nazis in Germany and from the Fasists in Italy and the Republicans had support from the Soviet Union. An estimated 200,000 people died in this war due to combat-related incidents.
  • Japan Invades China

    Japan Invades China
    Japan invaded China due to a dispute that happened between Chinese and Japanese troops in North China.
  • World War 2 Begins

    World War 2 Begins
    Germany invades Poland therefore World War 2 begins. Britain and France declared war on Germany two days after Germany invaded Poland.