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Treaty of Versailles
The treaty signed to end the first world war. Puts all blame on Germany and makes them pay massive reparations. -
Mussolini becomes the first fascist leader.
Benito Mussolini becomes the first fascist leader. This will inspire Hitler to become a fascist. Fascism is going to be a common thing between the axis powers. -
Mein Kampf is published
Mein Kampf is a book written by Adolf Hitler. It was a book of his political thoughts and ideologies. -
Hitler becomes chancellor of Germany
Hitler was appointed to the chancellor position. He would use this political position to make the Nazi party more prominent. -
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The Night of Long Knives
Hitler would command the Nazi party to assassinate over 150 people in the span of 2 nights. This was quickly covered up from the media by the Nazis. -
Italy invades Ethiopia
Italy invades Ethiopia after being pushed out the first time. They succeeded the second time capturing Ethiopia. -
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Japan invades China
Japan is looking to industrialize so they look to taking over china.Japan would soon take over a good portion of China by 1937 -
Japanese Rape of Nanjing
On December 13th 1937 the Japanese invaded Nanjing were they would rape, and kill. The Chinese withdrew their army from Nanjing so the Japanese raided this village for 6 weeks. -
Germany and Italy sign the Pact of Steel
The Pact of Steel is a peace treaty signed by Hitler, and Mussolini formally making them allies linking their military. -
Germany invades Poland, beginning World War II
Germany makes a move on Poland. In response Britain and France declared war on the Nazis. This would start World War 2. -
Germany, Italy, and Japan sign the Tripartite Pact
The Tripartite Pact was a treaty signed by Germany, Italy, and Japan making them all allies and creating the Axis Powers during the war.