In 3–5 sentences, evaluate how economic and political problems in Germany after World War I led to the establishment of a fascist government under Adolf Hitler in the 1930s.
The economic problems in Germany after World War I, exacerbated by the harsh terms of the Treaty of Versailles, resulted in hyperinflation and widespread unemployment. The people's frustration with the government's inability to address these issues led to a loss of faith in democracy. In this vulnerable climate, Adolf Hitler and the Nazi Party capitalized on the discontent and provided a scapegoat in the form of Jews and other minorities, promising to restore Germany's economic and political strength, ultimately leading to their rise to power.
In 1–2 sentences, assess the effects of the global depression on governments and politics in North America and Europe, including how tensions between nations and states contributed to regional conflicts.
