History SL
5
Chapters
187
Notes
Case study 1: Japanese Expansion In East Asia 1931-41 (The Global War)
Case Study 2: German & Italian Expansion 1933-40 (The Global War)
Italy's WWI Expansion: A Journey Through Conflict & Identity
Exploring Mussolini's Impact on Italian Foreign Policy
Unlocking Mussolini's Expansionist Policy A Right & Necessity
Exploring Mussolini's Economic Impact on Italy’s Foreign Policy
Unlocking Mussolini's Foreign Policy Secrets!
1923 Corfu Incident: Mussolini’s Controversial Invasion!
Fiume Tension: Italy’s 1924 Power Play
Explore The Intricacies Of The Locarno Pact, 1925!
1930s: Transformation of Italian Foreign Policy
Hitler's Ascent: Impact on 1930s Europe
Italy's Abyssinian Conquest: Unearthed Truths!
1934 Abyssinia Invasion: Unveiling Hidden Truths
Peace Quest: Resolving Italy-Abyssinia Clash!
Strategic Diplomacy Britain, France & Italy's Pact
Abyssinia & Italy: A Tale of Invasion
Global Impact The Spanish Civil War & International Relations
Albania's 1939 Invasion: Untold Secrets Revealed!
Mussolini's Invasion: Unveiling Hidden Motives!
Explore Mussolini's Impact: Italy's Invasion Insight!
1919: Germany's Struggle with Treaty of Versailles
Rise and Fall of Weimar Republic: A Prelude to Hitler
Nazism's Impact on Germany’s Foreign Policy
Unlocking Hitler’s Foreign Policy Secrets
Understanding Hitler's Ruthless Rise to Power
Germany’s Policy Shift Domestic Issues & Foreign Strategies
Unraveling Hitler's Defiance World Disarmament Woes
Hitler’s Stealthy Rearm Global Reactions & Pacts
Germany's Bold Rearmament & Global Reactions
Rhineland's Tactical Remilitarization A Shift in Power
Diplomatic Shifts: Europe's Dance with Mussolini & Hitler
1937 Hitler's Secret Meeting & The Hossbach Memorandum
Hitler's Foreign Policy 1933-1937 Speculation or Planning
Hitler's Anschluss: Austria's Merge Into The Third Reich
Sudeten Crisis Czechoslovakia's Tensions & Germany's Desire
May 1938 Crisis Czechoslovakia's Tension With Hitler's Germany
Munich Conference 1938 The Hidden Implications Revealed!
Munich Agreement Strategic Delay or Diplomatic Blunder
Poland's Peril: Why Germany Ignited WWII Over The Polish Corridor
German-Italian Relations The Unraveling Pact Of Steel, 1939
Nazi-Soviet Pact The Shocking Alliance of 1939
Unveiled Europe's Reaction to Nazi Aggression in 1939-40
US Neutrality in Europe's Interwar Years: A Deep Dive
Fall of France and Italy's Unexpected War Moves
The Battle Of Britain: Hitler's Failed Invasion Of The UK
Decoding WWII Varied Historian Perspectives on War's Outbreak
Europe 1938-1940 Triggers of WWII and Hitler's Role
Unveiling ToK Bridging the Gap Between History & Critical Thought
Unlocking Knowledge: 8 Ways in ToK & History
Unlocking The Intricacies Of ToK's Eight Areas Of Knowledge
Unraveling ToK: How Historical Development Shapes Knowledge
Exploring Shared Vs. Personal Knowledge in ToK & History
Maximizing IB History Skills for ToK Success
Part 1 - Rivalry, Mistrust & Accord (The Cold War)
Part 2 - Leaders & Nations (The Cold War)
Part 3 - Cold War Crises (The Cold War)
History SL
Case Study 2: German & Italian Expansion 1933-40 (The Global War)
Italy's Abyssinian Conquest: Unearthed Truths!
575 words
3 mins read
Last edited on 5th Nov 2024
Table of content
Background - abyssinia & italy
- Abyssinia (Ethiopia): Located between Italy's colonies of Eritrea and Somaliland.
- First Italo-Ethiopian War: Italy invaded Abyssinia in the late 19th century but was defeated in 1896 at the Battle of Adowa, a national humiliation for Italians.
- Haile Selassie: Became emperor of Abyssinia in 1930, ruling as an absolutist. He modeled the country’s constitution after Japan's and declared himself sacred. Selassie initiated modernization projects such as building railways and strengthened trade with Japan after the Great Depression.
Why italy invaded abyssinia
- Historical Factors: Mussolini, Italy's dictator, wanted to avenge the humiliation of the Battle of Adowa and establish an empire for Italy.
- Example: Imagine your favorite football team was defeated in a major match years ago. Now, with a strong team and an ambitious coach, they want to win against the same opponent to erase the past defeat.
- Economic Factors: Mussolini hoped Abyssinia would provide access to raw materials, markets, and new territory for Italy's growing population. Plans to attack were ready as early as 1929. Italy was also struggling economically due to the Great Depression.
- Example: Think of Abyssinia as a gold mine. Italy wanted to explore and extract resources from this mine to boost its economy and provide opportunities for its citizens.
- Political Factors: A successful invasion of Abyssinia would divert Italians' attention from their economic problems and solidify Mussolini’s image as a strong leader.
- Example: A politician promises to build a large amusement park in the city. The aim is to distract people from ongoing issues and make the politician look like a successful leader.
- The ‘Abyssinian’ Factor: Mussolini viewed Abyssinia's modernization efforts with suspicion. He feared that a modern Abyssinia could threaten Italy's colonies, Eritrea and Somaliland. Mussolini criticized Abyssinia’s feudalism and slavery.
- Example: Imagine a small business growing rapidly next to a larger business. The bigger business may feel threatened and take actions to keep the smaller business from becoming too powerful.
- International Factors: Mussolini believed that Britain and France would allow Italy to act freely in Abyssinia, as they wanted to maintain good relations with Italy due to German rearmament. Mussolini wanted to show Germany Italy's military strength.
- Example: A group of friends supports one of their own in a talent show, even if they know the friend might not be the best performer. They do so to strengthen their friendship and to show their unity to others.
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History SL
Case Study 2: German & Italian Expansion 1933-40 (The Global War)
Italy's Abyssinian Conquest: Unearthed Truths!
575 words
3 mins read
Last edited on 5th Nov 2024
Table of content
Background - abyssinia & italy
- Abyssinia (Ethiopia): Located between Italy's colonies of Eritrea and Somaliland.
- First Italo-Ethiopian War: Italy invaded Abyssinia in the late 19th century but was defeated in 1896 at the Battle of Adowa, a national humiliation for Italians.
- Haile Selassie: Became emperor of Abyssinia in 1930, ruling as an absolutist. He modeled the country’s constitution after Japan's and declared himself sacred. Selassie initiated modernization projects such as building railways and strengthened trade with Japan after the Great Depression.
Why italy invaded abyssinia
- Historical Factors: Mussolini, Italy's dictator, wanted to avenge the humiliation of the Battle of Adowa and establish an empire for Italy.
- Example: Imagine your favorite football team was defeated in a major match years ago. Now, with a strong team and an ambitious coach, they want to win against the same opponent to erase the past defeat.
- Economic Factors: Mussolini hoped Abyssinia would provide access to raw materials, markets, and new territory for Italy's growing population. Plans to attack were ready as early as 1929. Italy was also struggling economically due to the Great Depression.
- Example: Think of Abyssinia as a gold mine. Italy wanted to explore and extract resources from this mine to boost its economy and provide opportunities for its citizens.
- Political Factors: A successful invasion of Abyssinia would divert Italians' attention from their economic problems and solidify Mussolini’s image as a strong leader.
- Example: A politician promises to build a large amusement park in the city. The aim is to distract people from ongoing issues and make the politician look like a successful leader.
- The ‘Abyssinian’ Factor: Mussolini viewed Abyssinia's modernization efforts with suspicion. He feared that a modern Abyssinia could threaten Italy's colonies, Eritrea and Somaliland. Mussolini criticized Abyssinia’s feudalism and slavery.
- Example: Imagine a small business growing rapidly next to a larger business. The bigger business may feel threatened and take actions to keep the smaller business from becoming too powerful.
- International Factors: Mussolini believed that Britain and France would allow Italy to act freely in Abyssinia, as they wanted to maintain good relations with Italy due to German rearmament. Mussolini wanted to show Germany Italy's military strength.
- Example: A group of friends supports one of their own in a talent show, even if they know the friend might not be the best performer. They do so to strengthen their friendship and to show their unity to others.
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