The Holocaust Flashcards
(8 cards)
What economic crisis contributed to Hitler’s rise to power?
The Great Depression led to 6 million unemployed by 1932, and Hitler promised them ‘work and bread.’
Why were people unhappy with the Weimar Republic?
The government did not handle the Great Depression well, leading to widespread dissatisfaction and Hindenburg withdrawing his support.
What was one of Hitler’s key personal attributes that helped him gain support?
Hitler was a charismatic and inspirational public speaker.
What fear did Hitler exploit to gain power?
He exploited the fear of communism, claiming he would fight it, while the SA fought communists.
How did Hitler use propaganda to his advantage?
He established local Nazi offices across Germany, used newspapers to influence public opinion, and held huge rallies.
What was the Enabling Act and how did Hitler use it?
The Enabling Act allowed Hitler to pass any laws he liked, which he achieved by using fear of communism and the SA’s force.
What did Hitler do to establish a one-party state in Germany?
He arrested communists and political opponents, sending them to concentration camps.
What drastic action did Hitler take against the SA?
He murdered 400 of his own SA members, including Ernst Rohm, eliminating opposition.
