Night of the Long Knives

Question 1

What was the primary reason behind Hitler’s actions during the Night of the Long Knives?

Answer 1

Hitler felt threatened by the SA and its leader, Rohm, whom he saw as rivals aiming to take over the army and undermine his power

Question 2

How did Hitler address the issue of internal opposition within the Nazi Party during the Night of the Long Knives?

Answer 2

Hitler ordered the SS, led by Himmler, to eliminate 400 members of the SA, including Rohm, and other opponents like the former Chancellor, von Schleicher, to consolidate power within the Nazi Party.

Question 3

What was the outcome of the Night of the Long Knives regarding the power dynamics within the Nazi Party?

Answer 3

The Night of the Long Knives removed all internal opposition within the Nazi Party, solidifying Hitler’s control and giving power to the SS over the SA.