Source Pack Value and Overview for IBDP History Classroom

These source packs offer a wealth of primary and secondary sources for analyzing the key events and ideologies that led to global conflict in the early 20th century. Each pack focuses on a different aspect of Japanese and European expansionism, providing students with the materials needed to critically evaluate the motivations, actions, and consequences of these events. This collection is essential for fostering deeper historical understanding and preparing for source-based assessments.

List of Source Packs and One-Line Summaries:

1. Source Pack #1: Japanese Expansion in East Asia (1931-1941)
   Summation: Students examine the rise of Japanese nationalism and militarism, focusing on the invasion of Manchuria and international responses to Japanese aggression.
2. Source Pack #2: Japanese Expansion in East Asia (1931-1941)
   Summation: This pack explores the Sino-Japanese War and Japan’s military campaigns, as well as diplomatic tensions with the United States leading up to World War II.
3. Source Pack #3: Japanese Expansion in East Asia (1931-1941)
   Summation: Learners analyze the brutality of the Sino-Japanese War, including the Nanjing Massacre and the experiences of Chinese soldiers under Japanese occupation.
4. Source Pack #4: German and Italian Expansion (1933-1940)
   Summation: Students investigate the expansionist policies of Nazi Germany and Fascist Italy, focusing on events like the Abyssinian Crisis and the Nazi-Soviet Pact.
5. Source Pack #5: German and Italian Expansion (1933-1940)
   Summation: Learners examine the economic motivations behind German and Italian expansion, including the annexation of Austria and the invasion of Albania.

These source packs provide an in-depth look at the key events that set the stage for World War II, offering valuable insights for understanding the causes of global conflict.