Wilhelm (William) II. but it was in WWI, not in WWII! (In WWII, there was no Kaiser any more)
Kaiser Wilhelm II played a significant role in the development of the German navy and the arms race before World War I. He pushed for the expansion of the German navy to challenge British naval supremacy, leading to increased tensions between the two countries. This naval arms race was a key factor in the buildup to World War I.
The pre-First World War German policy for building up a navy to counter that of the British. It was originally thought up by Kaiser Wilhelm II, bearing in mind his childish yet serious nature to 'have the bigger navy with bigger guns' but also to make Germany a world power.
America built up its navy.
Hitler built up the military.
The aggressive German kaiser during World War I was Kaiser Wilhelm II. He ruled from 1888 until his abdication in 1918 and was known for his militaristic and expansionist policies, which contributed to the tensions leading up to the war. Wilhelm II's leadership style and desire for a powerful German empire played a significant role in the conflict's escalation. Ultimately, his abdication marked the end of the German monarchy and the beginning of the Weimar Republic.
Kaiser Wilhelm II was the last German Emperor and King of Prussia, reigning from 1888 to 1918. He was known for his militaristic and nationalistic tendencies, as well as his ambitious foreign policy, which contributed to the tensions leading up to World War I. Wilhelm's erratic leadership style and desire for a strong navy often put him at odds with his advisors and other European powers. His abdication in 1918 marked the end of the German monarchy and the beginning of the Weimar Republic.
The Fourteen Points plan and Kaiser, the German emperor, to give up power.
The F-18's HUD was built by Kaiser Aerospace.
Otto von Bismarck was determined to build up the German army and navy to strengthen Germany's position as a major European power and to assert its influence on the continent. A powerful military was essential for Bismarck's strategy of unifying Germany through "blood and iron," allowing him to engage in and win conflicts that would solidify German territories. Additionally, a strong navy was important for protecting Germany's interests overseas and competing with established naval powers like Britain. This military buildup was integral to his vision of a unified and influential Germany.
Kaiser Wilhelm II (William II, 'Kaiser Bill'). Kaiser Wilhelm the II. He was related to Tsar Nicholas, the ruler of Russia at the time and also to the king of Britain, King George V, through their grandmother, Queen Victoria. Kaiser WilhelmFrederick William Victor Albert of Hohenzollern
Built up their navy, air force, and army (in that order).
The British Royal Navy built the first boat to launch self-propelled torpedoes in 1877. They followed up with new designs right up till WW1 and on. The Italian Navy also built many early torpedo boats and used them to great effect in WW1.