The rise and the appeal of the Nazis

Who did the Nazis begin leadership under?

Anton Drexler

What was Hitler's first role in the Nazis?

Placed in charge of propaganda and political ideas

What was announced in 1920?

The 25 point programme

When did Hitler become Nazi leader?

1921

What was the Munich Putsch?

Hitler's attempt to seize power in Bavaria

What were the important consequences of the Munich Putsch?

- It led to a change in tactics, as Hitler decided to win power through the ballot box

- It brought him national publicity

What was Hitler's sentence for the putsch?

5 years imprisonment, in which he only served 9 months

What did Hitler's sentence show?

Showed there was sympathy for his views

What did Hitler write whilst in prison?

His book, mein kämpf

What was written in mein kämpf?

Set out Hitler's ideas for Germany

What happened to the Nazi Party whilst Hitler was in prison?

The party collapsed and he had to rebuild it

What was support like for the Nazis between 1924-29?

There was little support, as Weimar appeared to be recovering. Although the Nazis won 32 seats in 1924, this decreased to 14 by the end of the year and 12 in 1928.

Who was put in charge of propaganda?

Joseph Goebbels

When was Goebbels placed in charge of propaganda?

1929

How many seats did the nazis have by 1933?

288

Why did the depression increase Nazi support?

- The Weimar government appeared weak and unable to deal with the crisis

- Unemployment was rising and the Nazis offered public works to reduce it

- Many people feared communism, and support for it was growing due to the depression

Why did industrialists support the Nazis?

They feared communism, so they turned to the Nazis and gave the financial backing

What did the Nazis promise to unemployed?

To give them jobs

What did the Nazis promise to businesses?

They were promised restored profits

What did the Nazis promise farmers?

Higher prices for their produce

How was propaganda used by the Nazis during the depression?

This was used to reinforce Nazi promises and to attack communism. They used radio broadcasts, posters, rallies and parades to reach all voters

How was technology used by the Nazis?

In 1932, Hitler used a plane to fly to election meetings

How was the Nazi Party organised during the depression?

The party had been reorganised in the 1920s and local leaders were well trained

What was the image of Hitler during the depression?

Propaganda showed him as a strong leader and he was an excellent speaker

Why did people who did not share Nazi views vote for them?

Because they shared Nazi fears