1.5 - The Occupation of the Rhineland
When did the occupation occur?
7 March 1936.
What were the consequences of this?
Because Germany took back the Rhineland Hitler's confidence was boosted which affected how the League kept order.
Why did Germany take back the Rhineland?
Hitler believed that Germany was open to attacks from France and Belgium and needed to ensure his borders were secure.
How did the League react to this?
They did nothing but were considering expelling Germany from the Rhineland and thought they were just moving back to their own land.
How did Germany take back the Rhineland?
While France and Britain were focused on dealing with the Ethiopia crisis, Hitler ordered 10,000 soldiers and 22,700 armed police to march into the Rhineland.