Japan Builds an Empire

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What was going on in Europe in the 1930’s??

These three countries formed totalitarian governments during this time period??

Review

Power Struggle

What is a Power Struggle??Any Examples from Today’s World??

The Power Struggle becomes a theme of this

time period Both in Europe and in Asia

Japan is wanting more power Willing to do whatever it takes

Theme

A Recession hits the economy in the 1920’s

Was not able to trade goods with other nations

Government has to take the blame for the problems

What do you think is going to happen??

Depression Effects

Population continued to increase in the 1930’s

Japan lacked resources to sustain a growing pop.

Looked to expand outside of Japan for natural resources

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Growth of Country

Military wants more control in government

Take over a section of Manchuria, in China World leaders very upset

Go to war with China in late 1930’s ends in stalemate

Continued Expansion

U.S. will condemn attacks but can do nothing

because Neutrality Acts were passed in the 1930’s Prevents U.S. from getting involved in foreign

conflicts

Why can Europe no longer protect its colonies in Asia??

Answer 3rd question on your worksheet

U.S. & Europe Reaction

What area does the U.S. control?

What two areas do you believe will be next for the Japanese?

August/September 1940:

**Japan continues to expand into China and Southeast Asia**

Becomes Allies with Germany & Italy…

Check for Understanding: Identify the Allied Countries & Axis Countries

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