Elections Of 1932 Flashcards
What did Hitler do to gain votes in the March 1932 presidential election?
Goebbels flew Hitler to as many as five cities a day. Meanwhile, propaganda was used in the news and the radio in order to raise awareness.
What was the result of the March 1932 election?
Hindenburg failed to gain a majority so there was a second round in April.
How did Hitler feel about the election?
He was disappointed by his showing in April, though Goebbels saw a massive rise in votes and considered this a success.
When was the Nazi economic program distributed?
July 1932.
Who supported Hitler and why?
Thyssen, Krupp, and Bosch. They were all fearful of communism and supplied hurler with money for his political campaign.
What did the DNVP allow?
As Hitler was friendly with Alfred Hugenberg, the National Party leader, Hitler was allowed to publish articles attacking Bruning in the news.
How was the SA used leading to the elections?
They disrupted political meetings. In 1931 Ernst Röhm was reappointed as the SA leader. The SA fought against the Communist private army, die Rotfromtkämpfer ( Red Front fighters), leading to more fatalities. Hitler showed how the Nazis could wipe out the threat of a Bolshevik Revolution.
How many votes did the Nazis get at July 1932?
230 - 37%
Why was hitler’s role important in the elections?
He had charisma and was seen as a war hero and a typical man in the street. He gave his whole existence to Germany and intended to make
Germany strong and powerful again.
What was the atmosphere leading to the election?
This election was on the 31st of July. Bloodshed, with 100 deaths, led to the election. There were many clashes and the Nazis gained 230 seats.
What was the result of the election?
Von Papen refused to give up his seat and schemed with Hindenburg. In August Hitler was told he could never be considered. In September the Reichstag was dissolved by von Papen, and an election was held in November as he thought the Nazis were losing momentum.
