The document discusses the rise of totalitarian regimes in Europe in the early 20th century. It summarizes key events such as Lenin accepting the Treaty of Brest-Litovsk to gain peace for Russia, the split among anti-communist White forces, and foreign troops helping the Bolsheviks gain control. It also outlines how Stalin consolidated power after Lenin's death and instituted rapid industrialization and collectivization in the Soviet Union. The document then summarizes Hitler's rise to sole ruler of Germany and the Nazis' policies to create a racist totalitarian state, including by taking rights from Jews.

1. Entering WWII The Rise of European Dictators

2. Chapter 16 Section 3 The Russian Revolution

7. Chapter 17 Section 2 The Rise of Dictatorial Regimes

12. Chapter 17 Section 3 Hitler and Nazi Germany