Opposition Within The Army Flashcards
1
Q
What caused friction between the army and Hitler
A
His military ambitions began increasing
2
Q
What did the army disapprove of?
A
The pace of rearmament
The growth of the SS
Hitlers rapid expansion in the East
3
Q
Who did Hitler dismiss in 1938?
A
Blomberg and Fritsch
4
Q
Why did Hitler fire blomberg and Fritsch
A
They were critical of his war plans
5
Q
What followed the dismissal of blomberg and Fritsch?
A
Dismissal of 16 generals including Ludwig beck
6
Q
What happened after 1938
A
Hitler was far more secure in the army, he had asserted his power over them
