identification with one's own nation and support for its interests, especially to the exclusion or detriment of the interests of other nations.
Authoritarian Leader
A leader that forces citizens to completely obey the government. May use imperialism, militarism, or nationalism to gain support. Citizens usually lose some of their freedoms under authoritarian leaders.
Militarism
the belief or desire of a government or people that a country should maintain a strong military capability and be prepared to use it aggressively to defend or promote national interests.
Allies
One of the two main alliances in World War II. Originally composed of France and Britain, but eventually joined by Russia and the United States
Imperialism
Extending a country's power and influence through diplomacy or military force.
Rule by an emperor
Axis
One of the two main alliances in World War II, between Germany, Japan, and Italy
Nationalism
identification with one's own nation and support for its interests, especially to the exclusion or detriment of the interests of other nations.
Authoritarian Leader
A leader that forces citizens to completely obey the government. May use imperialism, militarism, or nationalism to gain support. Citizens usually lose some of their freedoms under authoritarian leaders.
Militarism
the belief or desire of a government or people that a country should maintain a strong military capability and be prepared to use it aggressively to defend or promote national interests.
Allies
One of the two main alliances in World War II. Originally composed of France and Britain, but eventually joined by Russia and the United States
