Do you think the Renaissance actually happened?

Yes, the 'Renaissance' occurred. During a particular period, notably between 1400 and 1600, there was a definite shift in culture, science and technology and these helped to advance and change Europe.

they wanted the u.s. to fight on the side of the central powers.

explanation:

hitler's  "rise" can be considered to have ended in march 1933, after the reichstag adopted the enabling act of 1933 in that month. president paul von hindenburg had already appointedhitler  as chancellor on 30 january 1933 after a series of parliamentary elections and associated backroom intrigues.