In the history of Austria, in which month and year did Nazi German troops march into Austria to execute the Anschluss?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. March 1938
- Step 1: On 12 March 1938, Wehrmacht divisions crossed the Austrian frontier, annexing the country into Nazi Germany as 'Ostmark' without military resistance from western powers. Answer: March 1938. Why not the others: September 1939, October 1935 and November 1938 do not fit this historical event or context.
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