The Rise of Nazi Germany notes

During Hitler’s rise to power with the Nazi’s. he promised to solve the nation’s socio-economic problems. His aim to restore German pride by abolishing the Treaty of Versailles, and reduce unemployment were essential to his rise to power, as people believed in his powerful and passionate speeches, which grew his support to a substantial level, leading to his appointment as chancellor in 1933. Though the lives of German people in 1941 had improved, they were not better than they were in 19...

A totalitarian society consists of a system of government that is centralized and dictatorial, requiring a compete subservience to the state. After becoming chancellor in 1933, Hitler sought to establish a totalitarian regime. Through the enabling act, and the subsequent death of Hindenburg, Hitler was able to unite presidency with his chancellorship, thus forming the messiah-like figure of the “Fuhrer”. Gleichschaltung; the coordination of all aspects of society was a characteristic feature...

After becoming chancellor in 1933, Hitler sought to bring law and order to Germany. The failure of the Weimar Republic to solve socio-economic problems created support for the Nazi party, allowing Hitler’s rise to power. This essay will analyse the statement and evaluate the validity of the rise of Hitler being due to a failure of the Weimar leaders to deal with the Depression. ( 4 Pages, 1054 words)