1929 - 1933 Flashcards
Briefly explain the factors that played a role in Hitler coming to power
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- Long-term bitterness
- Ineffective constitution
- Money
- Propaganda
- Program
- Attacks on other parties
- Personal qualities
- Economic depression
- Recruited by Hindenburg
Explain in detail the events that led to Hitler becoming chancellor
[1932]
April - Election. Hitler comes second to Hindenburg who won 53% vs 36.8%
May - Franz von Papen becomes chancellor
July - Nazi party becomes largest with 230 seats. Hitler demands to be chancellor but is rejected.
November - Elections. Nazi party drops to 196 seats but still largest party.
December - von Schleicher becomes chancellor
[1933]
January - Papen and Hindenburg appoint Hitler as chancellor believing they would control him by keeping few Nazis in the cabinet.
Explain the role of long-term bitterness in Hitler’s rise to power.
Deep anger regarding the ToV and WW1 created bitterness.
Hitler’s viciousness towards the treaty and the allies appealed to the masses.
Explain the role of an ineffective constitution in Hitler’s rise to power
Weaknesses in the constitution caused government to cripple. Many people wanted dictatorship.
Explain the role of money in the rise of Hitler
Hitler’s connections with wealthy businessmen gave him money to fund his campaigns - notably Edwin and Helene Bechstein.
Explain the role of propaganda in Hitler’s rise to power
Arguably one of the most important factors. It allowed him to change the perception of the people and target certain groups. He gave the people scapegoats like the Jews, communists and November criminals. Portrayed Hitler as their last hope.
Explain the role of programs in Hitler’s rise to power
Hitler had perks for everybody of every class. Strength through Joy and Beauty of Labor. Workers would get picnics and outdoor activities arranged for them. And occasionally - even free vacations.
Explain the role of attacks on other parties in Hitler’s rise to power
SA attacked opposition. Opposition were mostly scared of being murdered and therefore dissipated or operated underground.
Explain the role of personal qualities in Hitler’s rise to power
Hitler was a brilliant speaker and very driven. He moved people with his speeches.
Explain the role of the Depression in Hitler’s rise to power
In 1929, USA called back its loans. Unemployment was about 6 000 000 in early 1932. There was starvation and poverty. Hitler offered work, bread and freedom. People were desperate for a change, since the Weimar republic was failing. The Nazi seats rose from 12 (1928) to 107 (1930).
Explain the role of recruitment by Hindenburg in Hitler’s rise to power
It was the final stepping stone in Hitler’s rise to power.
