The Rise of Dictators The rise of the dictators was a complex and saddening period during the 20th century. Leaders like Mussolini, Hitler, and Stalin took advantage of the hardships in their countries to gain power. Mussolini's fascist regime had suppressed opposition, leading him to …show more content…
This war involved many countries and was fought between the Axis powers and the Allies. The Allies were led by the United States, the Soviet Union, and the United Kingdom. The Axis powers were led by Germany, Italy, and Japan. The war resulted in major loss of life and destruction. Ultimately, World War II led to the reshaping of the political landscape and the rise of the U.S. and the Soviet Union as superpowers. The Holocaust The Holocaust was a terrifying event during World War II when millions of Jews and others were murdered and experimented on by the Nazis. It took place in concentration camps across Europe, with Auschwitz being the most famous. The Holocaust resulted in the loss of about six million Jewish lives, along with many others, including the disabled and those Hitler deemed "inhuman." This genocide was an extremely dark moment in history. Remembering the Holocaust is a reminder of how too much power in the wrong hands leads to bad