The Rome-Berlin Axis (October 1936): The Rome-Berlin Axis was an alliance between Italy and Germany that called for the countries to cooperate closely on political and military matters. The agreement was significant because it helped Germany to secure diplomatic support from another major European power.
The Anti-Comintern Pact (November 1936): The Anti-Comintern Pact was an alliance between Germany and Japan that was aimed at countering the influence of communism. The agreement was significant because it helped Germany to gain a strategic alliance with a major Asian power.
The Anschluss (March 1938): The Anschluss was the annexation of Austria by Germany. The annexation was illegal under international law, but it was not opposed by the other European powers. The Anschluss was a major success for German appeasement, as it allowed Germany to gain territory and power without having to go to war.
The Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact (August 1939): The Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact was a non-aggression pact between Germany and the Soviet Union. The pact was significant because it freed up Germany to focus its military power on the conquest of Poland, without having to worry about a war with the Soviet Union.