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The Impact of War on Nazi Germany, 1939–45 (Free Resource) | AQA A Level History

The Impact of War on Nazi Germany, 1939–45 (Free Resource) | AQA A Level History

Subject: History

Age range: 16+

Resource type: Lesson (complete)

Last updated

14 July 2026

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The aim of this lesson is to assess the impact of the Second World War on Nazi Germany and evaluate how war affected civilian morale, living standards and support for the regime.

Students begin by analysing historical sources relating to the impact of war on German civilians. They evaluate the value and limitations of these sources, developing skills needed for AQA source-based exam questions while considering how far the evidence reveals changing attitudes towards the Nazi regime.

The lesson then examines the introduction of rationing and wartime restrictions in Germany. Through a missing word activity and targeted questioning, students investigate how shortages, sacrifice and changing living conditions affected everyday life and public morale.

Students also explore the four phases of the war and assess how Nazi propaganda attempted to maintain support and confidence as Germany moved from early victories to setbacks and eventual defeat. Using a structured grid activity, students evaluate the relationship between military events, propaganda messages and civilian reactions.

The lesson concludes with an octagon plenary to consolidate key learning and encourage students to make links between total war, propaganda, morale and the survival of the Nazi regime.

Using contemporary and modern sources, students develop their source analysis, interpretation and evaluation skills before applying their knowledge to A Level exam-style questions. Structured guidance and a mark scheme are provided to support analytical writing.

An enquiry question is introduced at the start of the lesson and revisited throughout, enabling students to track their progress and develop a deeper understanding across the wider unit of study.

Fully planned and ready to teach, the lesson develops historical enquiry, source analysis, interpretation, evaluation and exam technique.

Fully editable PowerPoint lesson
Source analysis on the impact of war on civilian morale
Investigation of rationing and the effects of wartime shortages
Analysis of the four phases of the war and Nazi propaganda
Activities evaluating civilian experiences and attitudes
Exam-style source practice with model answer
Octagon plenary and retrieval activities to consolidate learning
Fully differentiated throughout with suggested teaching strategies

Please review this resource if you find it useful. Your feedback is greatly appreciated

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