Germany and

Outbreak of the Second World WarChapter-12

Steps to the War

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In 1933, Hitler announced that he was increasing the size of the army from 100 000 to 300 000 men.

In 1935, he increased the size of the army to 550 000 men.

The Rearmament of Germany

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Conscription: Hitler reintroduced compulsory military service for all male citizens in 1935.

The Rearmament of Germany

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The Rearmament of GermanyNone of the major powers except Germany had to face disarmament.

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The Rearmament of GermanySome countries like the USA, tried to overcome their unemployment problems by increasing military expenditure and conscription.

Therefore, many thought rearmament of Germany by Hitler was justifiable.

The Rearmament of GermanyAnglo-German Naval Agreement

Britain agreed to allow the German navy to grow in size up to 35% of the strength of the British navy.

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The Rearmament of Germany

The Rhineland Reoccupation

In March 1936, German troops marched into Rhineland.France itself was split into several groups, and many generals were relying on Maginot line. Also Britain did not support France.

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