Benito Mussolini (Leonardo Giarrusso)

I am all for Hitlers idea of invading Poland. Hitler and I got together and are invading Poland together from both sides. We agreed to split up Poland evenly between Germany and Italy. We have decided to take over Poland so that in the future, it will help us in World War II.

Eleanor Roosevelt

I do not believe Hitler has done this. He promised only to unite the German speaking countries and once he does that, he completely dominates Poland! This is unbelievable. The lies, the deception, the horror. This man is terrifying the Jews and polluting the minds of German youth. I was uncomfortable with his conquering in Czechslovechia, and now that he has invaded Poland, i truly fear for the future years to come.

Dwight Eisenhower - Benny Hayes Per 3

Hello my name is Dwight Eisenhower and I am a Military Governor for the U.S. military. As a leader of the U.S. military, I strongly believe a country should not attack another country using violence, unless, one country starts unnecessary violence first. Hitler's actions of leading the German military into war, invasion, of Poland was completely unnecessary. A better option would have been asking Poland if they would rather join Germany under their rule but not have to go to battle. This attack was senseless and just lead to the death of many soldiers. Not only did this attack effect Poland, but it started World War 2! Germany has to take responsibility for their actions, they started this war with their attack on Poland and now they will pay for it...
 -D. Eisenhower

Young Austrian Women (Garrett Elderkin)

Hitler did a tremendous job. Poland is now "ours", and Hitler is one step closer to accomplishing his goal of conquering all German speaking lands. I believe that Hilter is fufilling his promises, and he should continue along this path which will lead him to greatness.

Corey Boucher- Joseph Stalin

Great job Germany. You carried out the plan perfectly. I gotta hand it to you, I didn't think we would do this deal, what with us being enemies and all. Bravo man, great job. Do not forget, however, that we get half. Don't try to take advantage of this, however, or there will be dire consequences. Besides that, my regards to Hitler and the wonders the Nazi army are doing for their country and ours.

Kiley Anderson- Winston Churchill

I couldn't believe my eyes when Germany invaded Poland on September 1st, 1939. Such an invasion is taking the word "unnecessary" to a new level. After World War 1, there has been no need to create conflict. I feel that a firm policy against aggressor nations would prevent all conflict and eventually World War II. As prime minister of the Britain, I feel the need to declare war at this point. As much as I do not want to create more conflict, it is best for my country. We must hold our ground and stay united as one, especially when fighting against the Germans. We must go in and try our best to defeat the monster Hitler has created. Hitler has tried to make it seem like he is just uniting Germany, but he is doing more than that. He is trying to take down innocent people for his own personal satisfaction, and it is our duty to stop this horrible atrocity from going on any longer. 

Francisco Franco (Jake Lauro)

I feel that Germany is not a fault in this situation. This is because Germany wanted Poland and they were the dominant force in the situation, and they had the ability to take them with ease, so they did it. I feel that many other countries are over reacting to this situation when it does not directly involve them. The stronger country should have it's way, and that is what is happening.

Hideki Tojo- Nicole Grady

The invasion of Poland was a great move on Germany's part. They saw the opportunity to expand and acted upon it. As a matter of fact, I did the same thing with China. When an opportunity presents itself, you have to take advantage of it. I was in an alliance with Nazi Germany and I did support everything they were doing. They made a smart choice by using all of their military and attacking aggressively. This "dress rehearsal" proved to help them work out the errors that they may have had so that they would be completely prepared when the time was right. The German invasion of Poland was a great move. To be honest, I am a little jealous I was not the one to invade.

Dan O'Hara Jewish Refugee from Germany

The thought of Germany Invading Poland is terrifying. There was a reason I fled from Germany and that was antisemitism. Hitler's rule has created a fearful Germany and being a jew is not safe. I am scared that Germany invaded Poland because that means there is more of a chance of them invading where I fled to. The new battle weapons Hitler unleashed such as the improved tank and improved air force were truly intimidating. Hitler's new technique of blitzkrieg attack is obviously very affective and quick. Germany's invasion of Poland is nothing but bad news in my opinion.  

To Hitler From Neville Chamberlain(K.Ellis)

To Hitler,
We discussed this and signed a treaty about this. Why would you go an defy us like this? For doing this you are starting another war, breaking the laws of humanity and killing millions of people. For just wanting pieces of land, I hope you are happy.
- Neville Chamberlain

Adolf Hitler- Nick Andreozzi

Nick Andreozzi
Mrs. Garno
Humanities Social Studies
6 May 2014


This Invasion was a huge success! There is no better feeling than conquering an entire country a week after making a peaceful treaty called the Nazi-Soviet Pact, eliminating battle between myself and fellow power house Joseph Stalin. The entire country of Germany feels so unified to have all of the German speaking countries back together. It is funny how the British and French are trying to declare war on us now, its not like that is going to turn in to any big war. The reason we won the war was because of our unbearable weaponry and new technology that no other country can match. Our men are trained with so much more class and desire to become the most powerful country for many years to come. I am happy to say that I run this beautiful country, and there is no better feeling of now having every German speaking country back in my possession. #winning #nazilyfe

WWII Blog Post #2 5/6/14

React to Germany's invasion of Poland on 9/1/39.

Extremism response bY Eleanor rooSevelt (Josh Fowler)

Oh hi, did not see you there. I do not understand why people follow extremism, however I respect the views of others. I am aware of the benefits in societies that follow fascist ideas, but I do not agree with them. I believe the benefits of nationalism, land expansion, and militarianism, come at a heavy price. Of course the followers of these ideas gain money, food and stability, but they are deprived of their civil rights. Crimes against humanity are committed in these fascist places within Europe. I do not believe that people should have their lives completely controlled by the government. As a politician myself, and my husband Teddy both being against the ideas behind fascism, we go against these ideas entirely.

Peace, love,
-Eleanor Roosevelt

Dwight Eisenhower PER 2 Benny Hayes

Hello my name is Dwight Eisenhower, and I am a five star general and also the Supreme Commander of Expeditionary Forces of the U.S. military. My job has a huge influence on how the U.S. carries out its actions during the war and as an American I find Hitler and Nazi Germany's philosophy absolutely disgusting. The extremist idea of killing the Jews and the propaganda Hitler uses is not acceptable. This is inhumane and something needs to be done. With his, Hitlers, extreme amount of power, him and his party need to be stopped. This is a mass genocide happening right in our eyes in Europe and something needs to change quickly.

Francisco Franco (Jake Lauro)

        I feel that the rise in Extremism is a long needed change to Europe. If the citizens are causing trouble for their leader then they should be silenced and removed from society. I do not feel that any action is necessary, the only thing I see is that everyone should keep their citizens in check by using power. This would decrease the amount of rebellions and uprisings ten-fold. I feel that the use of concentration camps and other feared punishments are an extremely useful way of keeping your country under control.

Young Austrian Women- Garrett Elderkin

For me the rise of growing extremism in Western Europe and Russia during WW2, was a very influential (in a bad way) for me. This rise of extremism made the antisemitism already present, that much greater. This has all come about due to the widespread instability throughout Europe. The only thing that can be done to counteract this problem would be a rebellion of some sort, or a way to make the presence of it known around the world  

Young Austrian Women- Garrett Elderkin

For me the rise of growing extremism in Western Europe and Russia during WW2, was a very influential (in a bad way) for me. This rise of extremism made the antisemitism already present, that much greater. This has all come about due to the widespread instability throughout Europe. The only thing that can be done to counteract this problem would be a rebellion of some sort, or a way to make the presence of it known around the world  

Joe madden - London worker (young woman)

From my point of view the growth of extremism in Europe and Russia should be viewed as a possible threat and danger to the people of our nation. We should prevent both communism and fascism from
Appealing to our people in any means nessasary. This is because from my point of view I work very hard for my family to eat, be clothed, and have a roof above their heads. The rise of either fascism or communism in our country would lead to thousands like me ending up like the Russian peasants and factory workers. We would be stripped of our basic rights as citizens and we want to protect those rights we must put an end to the rapidly spreading ideals of both communism and faci using tools like propaganda or even using force.

Kiley Anderson- Winston Churchill

I, Winston Churchill, believe that the rise of extremism is absolutely outrageous. There is so much power in the world, and that power should be used to better the citizens of each and every country. But, the rise of extremism is using this power in a very negative way. The main people who are misusing this power is Adolf Hitler and Joseph Stalin. Stalin is a terrible leader. He holds an abundance of power he could be using to improve his country, but instead, he is using it selfishly. Countless innocent lives were lost under the rule of Stalin. When something did not go his way, he had people killed. If anyone broke one of his ridiculous rules, that person would be sentenced to death in multiple inhumane ways. They were sent to brutal labor camps, or a gulag, where they were worked so hard they died. People's individual rights were violated daily by Stalin. The peak of Stalin's inhumane ways was the Great Purge he launched in 1934. Over 4 million innocent people died because Stalin basically saw everyone as a potential threat. Stalin even saw heroes as threats. He had a secret police that killed people as well as secret spies who planted listening devices and opened private letters. Overall, Stalin ruled a totalitarian state in a disgusting way. The only way to put a stop to the growing extremism in Russia and much of Western Europe is to get rid of these rulers who have wronged innocent people in every way possible. Stalin committed immeasurable crimes against humanity which is one example of why the rise of extremism is an atrocious thing that must vanish immediately. 

Corey Boucher-Joseph Stalin

Extremism in Russia is wonderful. It is what allows me to single-handedly rule the country. I for one don't feel it is necessary for change. My rule and the very basis of extremism itself is doing this country wonders. but if one defies my rule, or acts out against it, the will be killed. nothing more. This is how it is, and how it will remain. People should respect my and my country enough to know not to disobey. I will see to it that Russia remain extreme as long as I live. Thus, i don't intend on changing anything.

Extremism in Europe - Neville Chamberlain (K.Ellis)

Coming from a Prime Minister, my viewpoint on the growing Extremism in Western Europe and Russia is that one should not hold political or religious views as high as they are being held. When I was Prime Minister in England, Hitler was beginning to have aggression towards Poland. I pledged to defend their independence when Hitler attacked. I believe that someone who holds too much power will eventually become corrupt and have major issues. To stop this from happening, I think that the people who are not power hungry, the opposites of Hitler, should become the powers.

Leonardo Giarrusso -Benito Mussolini

Hello my name is Benito Mussolini, and I believe that extremism should continue. I believe in dictatorship and a totalitarian state. This means that I have full control and that people cannot do what they want on their own unless I direct it at them. If I tell them to do it, they do it. If I tell them not to do it, then they do not do it. I do believe in extremism because I am a man who believes that one man should run the government.

Thank you

Jewish refugee from Germany

     From my point of view the rise of growing extremism in much of western europe and russia started because of all the economy problems. As a jew I feel strongly against this uprising of extremism especially in Germany. There is great prejudice against jews and it was clearly unsafe for me to live there any longer. I think that extremism should be stopped because there are too many changes in everyday life. Many citizens get rights taken away then property in these changes so it makes life harder to live with no reward.

Nicole Grady- Hideki Tojo

Through my experience, I have easily come to the realization, that in order to govern and rule a nation effectively, one must gain total control and power. It seems that in order to gain complete control (have a totalitarian state) one must rule with extremism. The rise of extremism in Western Europe and Russia is a good thing. In my own country, this is the way I rule and I have found much success. I believe that the reason for all of this to be happening is because the leaders are realizing that things do not work the same way they did before the World War. This extremism is a way of gaining complete obedience and power of a nation quickly and efficiently. Some people are angry and recognized that they were wronged in the war and now they are forced to build back up and restart. These rulers recognize the quickest way to rebuild: extremism. Nothing should be done about it. It is perfectly fine the way it is. Countries are striving and rulers are thrilled. Extremism is a great and powerful weapon that should be used worldwide.

Nick Andreozzi- Adolf Hitler

I have seen many different types of philosophies throughout my many years in service, and through my years as a leader. I believe that the rise of Extremeism in much of Western Europe and Russia is a great thing. There is no better feeling than having total power over a country, and using propaganda to help get the people on your side. I believe that it is happening because the countries and the people in the countries do not have a choice. Like here in my home country of Germany, if you disobey the law or if you are against anything we do, your done. No choice. The thing that should be done is that it should keep growing. Look what I have done here in Germany. Of course the Jews aren,t going to a "Paradise Getaway", we made them believe that by using propaganda and total power over them. They really were going to concentration camps. In my country isn't cool to work all day, but by putting signs around and by showing people it's the only way of leaving, we pretty much talked them in to thinking it is the coolest thing in the world. Extremism is happening because the people of there respected countries do not have a choice. It is a way of life, and until someone comes and take down the mighty Nazi party, I am not leaving or changing anything.

WWII Prompt #1 4/29/2014

Comment on the rise of growing extremism in much of Western Europe and Russia.  In your view, why is it happening and what, if anything, should be done about it?