WW2: The Seeds of War (Part 1)
01/19/25 • 38 min
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Join Hearthside History for an in-depth exploration of the Treaty of Versailles and its impact on the aftermath of World War I, tracing how economic hardship and political unrest fueled the rise of fascism in Italy and Germany.
We’ll examine the ascent of leaders like Benito Mussolini and Adolf Hitler, uncovering how nationalist fervor and punitive post-war conditions laid the groundwork for another global conflict.
We’ll also delve into Japan’s imperial ambitions in Asia, highlighting the strategic moves and expansions that further destabilized the fragile peace. Tune in to understand how these intertwined forces set the stage for World War II and reshaped the 20th century.
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Join Hearthside History for an in-depth exploration of the Treaty of Versailles and its impact on the aftermath of World War I, tracing how economic hardship and political unrest fueled the rise of fascism in Italy and Germany.
We’ll examine the ascent of leaders like Benito Mussolini and Adolf Hitler, uncovering how nationalist fervor and punitive post-war conditions laid the groundwork for another global conflict.
We’ll also delve into Japan’s imperial ambitions in Asia, highlighting the strategic moves and expansions that further destabilized the fragile peace. Tune in to understand how these intertwined forces set the stage for World War II and reshaped the 20th century.
TikTok: @Hearthside.History
Instagram: @Hearthside.History
Twitter: @Hearthside.History
Youtube: @Hearthside.History
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WW2: The Path to Global War (Part 2)
2 RecommendationsJoin Hearthside History as we unravel the pivotal moments that led to the outbreak of World War II. From the Spanish Civil War—a proving ground for ideologies and alliances—to the controversial policy of appeasement, we’ll uncover how efforts to preserve peace only emboldened aggressive powers.
Dive into the Munich Agreement, a defining example of diplomacy gone wrong, and explore how the failure of international negotiations left Europe on the brink of catastrophe.
This episode is part of our comprehensive series, exploring World War II from its very beginning to its dramatic conclusion, uncovering the events, decisions, and stories that reshaped the world forever.
TikTok: @HearthsideHistory
Instagram: @Hearthside.History
YouTube: @HearthsideHistory
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