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Aggression

Definition

Aggression refers to the act of initiating unprovoked hostilities or aggressive actions towards another nation. In the context of World War II, aggression can be understood as a country's military invasion or attack on another country.

Analogy

Imagine you're peacefully playing a game with your friends when suddenly someone barges in and starts attacking everyone without any reason. That person's aggressive behavior is similar to a country that initiates war without being provoked.

Related terms

Appeasement: Appeasement is the policy of giving in to an aggressor's demands in order to avoid conflict. It was often used by countries prior to World War II as a means of avoiding war.

Blitzkrieg: Blitzkrieg, meaning "lightning war" in German, was a military strategy employed by Nazi Germany during World War II. It involved using fast-moving tanks and airplanes to quickly overwhelm an enemy.

Axis Powers: The Axis Powers were the alliance formed between Germany, Italy, and Japan during World War II. They were known for their aggressive expansionist policies and played a significant role in starting the war.