World War II: Part 2 - Interwar Chaos

When World War I ended, the fighting didn’t. Dr. Roy traces how a defeated Germany, shattered empires, and vengeful allies created the perfect storm for World War II. From the breakup of Austria-Hungary and the birth of the Weimar Republic to the hyperinflation crisis, communist revolutions, and Mussolini’s rise to power, this lecture explores how desperation, nationalism, and fear paved the road to fascism and war. Takeaways: Why the Treaty of Versailles and other postwar agreements humilia...