💥Hitler and Stalin formed a pact in 1940, despite their ideological differences.
🤝Hitler saw Stalin as a temporary ally to avoid a war on two fronts.
🌍Stalin wanted protection and the opportunity to expand his empire.
💔Mass murder was just another weapon for both warlords.
🔮Their delusions and thirst for power would lead to catastrophic consequences.
Why did Hitler form a pact with Stalin?
—Hitler saw Stalin as a temporary ally to avoid a war on two fronts.
What did Stalin hope to gain from the pact with Hitler?
—Stalin sought protection and the opportunity to expand his empire.
What role did mass murder play for Hitler and Stalin?
—Mass murder was just another weapon they used to further their ideological goals.
What were the consequences of their delusions and thirst for power?
—Their actions led to catastrophic consequences for millions of people.
How did the pact shape the course of World War II?
—The pact allowed Hitler to focus on the invasion of France, while Stalin gained time to prepare for a potential German attack.
00:06On July 6, 1940, Hitler celebrated his victory in Europe while Stalin sent his congratulations.
01:22The war between these warlords took place through psychological duels and manipulation.
03:30Hitler feared a war on two fronts and sought a pact with Stalin.
09:43Stalin had admiration for Hitler's elimination of rivals but did not fully trust him.
12:20Stalin wanted protection and the opportunity for territorial expansion.
15:58The incompetence of the Red Army offered advantages to Hitler.
16:19Hitler saw the alliance with Russia as advantageous.
16:29The pact allowed Hitler to focus on the invasion of France.
