Summary 6 - The fall of Brϋning’s government (March 1930-May 1932) Flashcards
How was Bruning able to remain in power even though his government never commanded a majority in the Reichstag?
He was able to remain in power as he had the support of Hindenburg and von Schleicher.
How did Bruning pass the majority of his laws, particularly towards the end of his Chancellorship?
Throughout his Chancellorship, an increasing number of laws were passed using Article 48.
How did Bruning respond to the Depression?
He cut government expenditure, including welfare benefits and raised taxes.
Due to his response to the Depression, what was Bruning’s nickname?
Bruning was nicknamed ‘The Hunger Chancellor’ due to his response to the Depression.
What was the impact of the Depression on the Nazi vote?
The Depression led to an increase in the Nazi vote share.
Why did Bruning lose his position as Chancellor?
Bruning lost his job because Hindenburg lost faith in him not because the Reichstag turned against him.
Who convinced Hindenburg that Bruning had to go as Chancellor?
Schleicher
How did Schleicher convince Hindenburg that Bruning should be removed as Chancellor?
Schleicher convinced Hindenburg that Brϋning had to go because the Nazis could not be ignored. An uprising could have been provoked if the Nazis continued to be ignored.
Schleicher convinced Hindenburg that a new primarily Nationalist Party government should be formed led by who?
Von Papen
Schleicher felt that a new Nationalist Party government would be supported by who?
Hitler and the Nazis
Why did Hitler refuse to enter a new coalition that would primarily be led by the Nationalist Party?
He was convinced that the Nazis could win an outright majority at the next election.
What demands did Hitler make to Hindenburg?
He demanded that the ban on the SA be lifted and that a new election be called, Hindenburg agreed.
