Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Totalitarianism
A detailed treatment on the practice of totalitarianism. The article provides a historical background and how it was a major force in 20th century European history (in Nazi Germany and the Soviet Union).
Other
Remember.org: Nazi Fascism and the Modern Totalitarian State
A lesson plan which includes a reading that distinguishes between the various forms of totalitarian dictatorships in reference to fascism. States the instructional objectives and chapter content covering characteristics of...
Tom Richey
Tom Richey: Totalitarianism in Interwar Europe
Identify those nations where totalitarianism reigned following World War I. Follow the political systems of Russia, Germany, and Italy from 1919-1939 through this illustrated slideshow.
Steven Kreis, PhD
The History Guide: Totalitarianism: Stalin and Hitler
An account of the rise of totalitarianism with the despotic, brutal leadership of both Stalin and Hitler depicted.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Dictatorship
A short article on the nature of 20th century dictatorship. It provides examples of dictatorships such as Nazi Germany and Fascist Italy.
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Juan Donoso Cortes
An article on the ideas of Juan Donoso Cortes (1809-1853 CE), a political theorist of the 19th century who developed a theory of dictatorship. His ideas influenced another political thinker, Carl Schmitt whose ideas were later used by...
Auburn University
Auburn University: A Glossary of Political Economy Terms: Autocracy
Basic definition of 'autocracy.' Provides links to terms used in the definition, as well as cross-reference terms.
Digital History
Digital History: The Great Depression in Global Perspective
This article gives a great overview of the effects of the Great Depression all over the world. Find the four main responses of various countries to the depression, and see how some of these responses brought about World War II.
Mocomi & Anibrain Digital Technologies
Mocomi: Types of Government
Explains the characteristics of seven different types of government. Includes a group activity.