Lebensraum: the Ideological Fuel Behind Nazi Expansion during WWII
Words: 630 1057The term "Lebensraum" meaning "living space" in German was pivotal in shaping Nazi Germany's aggressive expansionist policies during World War II. This concept deeply intertwined with racial ideology and geopolitical ambition underpinned many of the atrocities and invasions carried out by the Third Reich. Grasping the essence of Lebensraum is essential to understanding the broader motives behind the catastrophic events of this period. The origins of Lebensraum trace back to 19th-century geopolitical theorists like Friedrich Ratzel who posited that the […]