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Why had international peace collapsed by 1939? By the end of world war one, Germany was left with little money and a lack of national pride. They had been forced to take all responsibility for the war and pay severe reparations along with making such drastic reductions in their military capability that they felt increasingly threatened by surrounding countries. Like many Germans of that time, Hitler believed that the Treaty of Versailles was unjust and therefore should be abolished. The treaty was a constant reminder of their defeat in the war and the humiliation brought upon them by Allies. Hitler vowed if he ever came to power he would immediately reverse the treaty and restore Germany's former glory. Not only did Hitler aim to give power to Germany but he aspired to increase Germany's land. Firstly he intended to unite with Austria, following that he would persuade Czechoslovakia to join Germany. Hitler...

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