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The road to war — Revision Notes

ICSE · Class 12 · History

The road to war revision notes for ICSE Class 12 History: 4 topics in quick points. Part of the ICSE Class 12 History syllabus.

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Key Topics to Revise

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1. Background: why international peace became fragile

  • After the Great War, many people wanted peace, but the international order of 1919-39 was highly vulnerable.
  • The Great Depression of 1929 made the world economy unstable and weakened international cooperation.
  • The League of Nations existed to maintain collective security, but it failed in key crises.
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2. Japan and the first major act of aggression

  • Japan committed the first major act of aggression of the 1930s by invading Manchuria in 1931.
  • The Kwantung Army acted outside the direct control of Tokyo and seized Mukden.
  • The Mukden incident was staged; the explosion damaged only a few yards of track and did not even stop the next scheduled train.
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3. Stalin and the Soviet response to danger

  • Josef Stalin consolidated power in the late 1920s.
  • His policies included collectivization, purges, and harsh control over society.
  • Between 1931 and 1933, famine and related epidemics killed an estimated 5-7 million people, with perhaps 10 million more nearly starving.
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4. Germany under Hitler: revision, rearmament, and expansion

  • Hitler became Chancellor of Germany in January 1933.
  • He aimed to reverse the Versailles settlement, rearm Germany, and gain living space in the East.
  • In May 1933 he spoke of a desire to live in peace and friendship, while secretly rearming.

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In September 1931The League failed to stop JapanHitler became Chancellor in January 1933German troops entered the demilitarized RhinelandThe Rome

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in The road to war for ICSE Class 12 History?
Key topics in The road to war include Background: why international peace became fragile, Japan and the first major act of aggression, Stalin and the Soviet response to danger, Germany under Hitler: revision, rearmament, and expansion. Study these first, then practise questions on each for the ICSE Class 12 board exam.
How should I revise The road to war for the ICSE Class 12 board exam?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 45 practice questions on The road to war. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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