WT Hitler Quiz

Paul von Hindenburg

A German General and statesman who served as President of Germany from 1925 until his death in 1934. He played a crucial role in the appointment of Adolf Hitler as Chancellor of Germany in 1933.

Heinrich Himmler

Leading member of the Nazi Party, head of the SS, and key architect of the Holocaust. He was responsible for the implementation of the regime's policies of extermination and played a major role in the establishment of concentration camps.

Hermann Göring

Prominent Nazi leader and military officer, served as the head of the Luftwaffe, and was instrumental in the Nazi government's economic policies and the implementation of the Four Year Plan.

Joseph Goebbels

Nazi Party official and Minister of Propaganda, responsible for disseminating Nazi ideology and controlling the media.

Ernst Röhm

Prominent early leader of the Nazi Party and head of the SA (Sturmabteilung). He was an ally of Hitler until 1934, when he was executed during the Night of the Long Knives.

Erwin Rommel

German field marshal during World War II, known as the "Desert Fox" for his leadership in North Africa. He was respected for his tactical skills and later became involved in a conspiracy to assassinate Hitler.

Martin Niemoller

A German theologian and a prominent anti-Nazi dissident, known for his famous quote about the silence of the clergy during the rise of Hitler. He was imprisoned for opposing the regime and became a key figure in the Confessing Church.

von Galen

A German bishop and vocal opponent of the Nazi regime, known for his strong sermons against euthanasia and the persecution of Jews. He was a significant figure in the resistance due to his outspoken criticism of Hitler's policies.

Dietrich Bonhoeffer

A German pastor and theologian who was a key anti-Nazi dissident. He played an important role in the Confessing Church and was involved in plots to assassinate Hitler, ultimately executed for his resistance.

White Rose group

A non-violent resistance group in Nazi Germany, consisting mainly of students from the University of Munich. They produced pamphlets that criticized the Nazi regime and called for active opposition against Hitler's dictatorship.

The Edelweiss Pirates

A youth resistance group in Nazi Germany that opposed the Hitler Youth, consisting mainly of working-class teenagers. They engaged in acts of rebellion, such as distributing anti-Nazi leaflets and encouraging other youths to resist authoritarian conformity.

Claus von Stauffenberg

A German army officer and key figure in the July 20 plot to assassinate Hitler. He was instrumental in the planning of the failed operation and was executed for his role in the conspiracy.

Confessional Church

A Protestant church in Nazi Germany that opposed Hitler's regime, advocating for religious freedom and resisting the state's control over religious institutions.

Pope Pius XI

A pope who reigned from 1922 to 1939, known for his efforts to address the challenges posed by totalitarian regimes, including a famous encyclical condemning fascism and Nazism.

Reparations

Compensation demanded from Germany after World War I, partly to cover war damages and to limit its military power.

Weimar Republic

The democratic government in Germany from 1919 to 1933, characterized by political instability, economic challenges, and the rise of extremist movements. It was established after World War I and faced numerous political and economic crises, ultimately leading to the rise of Adolf Hitler.

Spartacus Rising (1919)

A socialist uprising in Germany led by the Spartacus League, aiming to establish a communist government. It was brutally suppressed, marking a significant moment in the early Weimar Republic.

Twenty-Five Points (1920)

A political manifesto of the National Socialist German Workers' Party (Nazi Party), outlining its goals and demands, such as the rejection of the Treaty of Versailles and the promotion of nationalism and anti-Semitism.

Kapp Putsch (1920)

A failed coup attempt in Germany by right-wing nationalist forces aiming to overthrow the Weimar Republic and establish a military government. It occurred in March 1920 and highlighted the fragility of the Weimar government.

Beer Hall Putsch (1923)

A failed coup in Munich by Adolf Hitler and the Nazi Party, aiming to overthrow the Weimar Republic. It resulted in Hitler's arrest and the eventual rise of the Nazi Party.

Mein Kampf

A political autobiography written by Adolf Hitler, detailing his ideology, plans for Germany, and beliefs on race and nationalism.

Hyper-Inflation Crisis (1923)

A severe economic crisis in Germany characterized by rapid and extreme devaluation of the German Mark, leading to skyrocketing prices and social unrest. It was exacerbated by World War I reparations and economic instability.

Dawes Plan (1924)

An economic plan initiated to alleviate Germany's reparations burden post-World War I, involving loans from the United States and restructuring of payments to stabilize the economy.

Sturmabteilung (SA)

The paramilitary wing of the Nazi Party, known as the Storm Detachment, responsible for protecting party meetings, intimidating political opponents, and enforcing Nazi ideology during the rise of Adolf Hitler.

Schutzstaffel (SS)

The elite paramilitary organization of the Nazi Party, originally formed as Hitler's personal bodyguard. It later became a major force in Nazi Germany, responsible for many war crimes during the Holocaust.

Fuhrerprinzip

The leadership principle of the Nazi Party, asserting that a single leader has absolute authority and that all actions and decisions must be taken in alignment with the will of the Führer.

Article 48

A provision in the Weimar Constitution that allowed the President to rule by decree in emergencies, bypassing the Reichstag. This article was used by Hitler to consolidate power and establish a dictatorship.

Hitler becomes Chancellor (1933)

In 1933, Hitler was appointed Chancellor of Germany, enabling him to gain control of the government and implement his totalitarian regime.

Reichstag Fire (1933)

The Reichstag Fire of 1933 was a pivotal event where the German parliament building was set on fire, which Hitler used as a pretext to curtail civil liberties and consolidate power, blaming the communists for the attack.

Enabling Act (1933)

A law passed by the Reichstag that gave Hitler the authority to enact laws without parliamentary approval, effectively allowing him to establish a dictatorship.

Night of Long Knives (1934)

A purge that took place in June 1934, where Hitler ordered the execution of potential rivals within the Nazi Party and other political opponents, solidifying his control over Germany.

Army swears oath to Hitler after Hindenburg's death (1934)

Following the death of President Hindenburg in 1934, the German military officially pledged allegiance to Adolf Hitler, further strengthening his absolute power and merging the roles of Chancellor and President.

Gleichschaltung (co-ordination)

The process by which the Nazi regime established total control over all aspects of German life, including political, social, and cultural institutions, effectively eliminating any opposition.

Trade Union Ban (1933)

The prohibition of trade unions in Germany instituted by the Nazi regime in 1933, which aimed to suppress workers' rights and consolidate power by forcing workers into state-controlled organizations.

All political parties banned (except Nazi Party) (1933)

In 1933, the Nazi regime implemented a decree that prohibited all political parties in Germany except for the Nazi Party, thereby establishing a one-party state and eliminating political pluralism.

Gestapo

The official secret police of Nazi Germany, known for their brutal methods and intelligence gathering to suppress opposition and dissent.

Concentration Camps

Facilities established by the Nazis for the imprisonment, forced labor, and extermination of various groups, including political prisoners, Jews, and other perceived enemies of the state.

Death Camps

Facilities designed for mass extermination, primarily of Jews during the Holocaust.

Autarky

An economic system where a country aims for self-sufficiency and reduces reliance on foreign trade, often associated with Nazi Germany's policies before World War II.

Wehrwirtschaft

The wartime economy of Nazi Germany, focusing on economic mobilization and resource allocation to support military efforts during World War II.

Four year Plan (1936-1939)

A series of economic reforms implemented by Nazi Germany to boost production and achieve autarky in preparation for war, focusing on industrial and agricultural output.

Construction of the Autobahn

A massive infrastructure project initiated by the Nazi regime to create a nationwide highway system in Germany, facilitating military movement and boosting the economy.

Aryan Race

The racial ideology promoted by the Nazi regime, which emphasized the superiority of people of Northern European descent and labeled other races as inferior.

Creation of German Labour Front (1933)

An organization established by the Nazi regime to control labor in Germany, replacing trade unions and coordinating workers' rights for state goals.

Volksgemeinschaft

The concept of a "people's community" promoted by the Nazi regime, emphasizing national unity and the exclusion of those deemed non-Aryan or politically undesirable.

Kinder, Kirche und Küche

A Nazi slogan promoting traditional roles for women in society, emphasizing motherhood, domesticity, and subservience to men.

Wannsee Conference

A meeting held in January 1942 where Nazi officials planned the implementation of the "Final Solution," which aimed at the systematic extermination of the Jewish population in Europe.

Marriage Loans

A financial incentive provided by the Nazi regime to encourage German couples to marry and have children, aimed at increasing the Aryan population.

Nuremberg Laws (1935)

Racial laws instituted by the Nazis to disenfranchise Jews and define who was considered a German citizen, thereby institutionalizing racial discrimination.

Kristallnacht

The "Night of Broken Glass" in November 1938, when Nazi forces attacked Jewish homes, businesses, and synagogues across Germany, marking a significant escalation in anti-Jewish violence.

Reichskirche/ Reich Church

The state-sponsored Protestant church established by the Nazis in Germany to unify Protestant denominations and align religious practice with Nazi ideology.

Reichskonkordat (1933)

A treaty between the Vatican and Nazi Germany that aimed to regulate the relationship between the two entities, ensuring the rights of the Catholic Church in Germany while acknowledging the authority of the Nazi regime.

Hitler Youth

A youth organization in Nazi Germany aimed at indoctrinating children and adolescents in Nazi ideology, promoting militaristic values and loyalty to Adolf Hitler.

Blitzkrieg

A military strategy used by the Nazis characterized by rapid and overwhelming attacks, designed to quickly defeat enemies and minimize prolonged warfare.

1925 Locarno Treaties

A series of agreements between Germany, France, Belgium, the UK, and Italy aimed at securing peace in Western Europe and establishing borders after World War I.

1928 - Kellogg-Briand Pact

An international agreement signed by several nations, including Germany and the US, that renounced war as a means of resolving disputes and sought to promote peaceful coexistence.

1935 - Stresa Pact

An agreement between Italy, France, and the United Kingdom aimed at reaffirming the Locarno Treaties and resisting the rise of German aggression.

Anti-Comintern Pact (1936)

A treaty signed between Germany and Japan that aimed to combat the spread of communism, particularly targeting the Soviet Union and influencing other nations to align against it.

1936-1939 Intervention in Spanish Civil War

An engagement by Nazi Germany and Fascist Italy to support Francisco Franco's Nationalist forces against the Republican government during the Spanish Civil War, which resulted in the establishment of a dictatorship.

1936 Rome Berlin Axis

A military and political alliance between Nazi Germany and Fascist Italy, formalized in 1936, which created a strengthened collaboration that would influence European politics leading up to World War II.

Anschluss (1938)

The annexation of Austria into Nazi Germany, formally achieved in March 1938, which was a significant step in Hitler's expansionist policies and led to increased tensions in Europe.

Sudeten Crisis (1938)

a diplomatic conflict occurring in 1938 when Nazi Germany demanded the annexation of the Sudetenland, a region of Czechoslovakia, claiming the protection of ethnic Germans. This led to the Munich Agreement, in which Britain and France conceded to Hitler's demands, aiming to avoid war.

Invasion of Czechoslovakia (1939)

A military campaign by Nazi Germany that began in March 1939, resulting in the complete occupation of Czechoslovakia, violating previous agreements and further escalating tensions in Europe.

Munich Conference

A 1938 meeting where Britain, France, Germany, and Italy agreed to allow Nazi Germany's annexation of the Sudetenland to avoid war, ultimately failing to maintain peace.

1939 - Pact of Steel

A military and political alliance between Nazi Germany and Fascist Italy, signed in May 1939, solidifying their cooperation in World War II.

Nazi-Soviet Pact (1939)

A non-aggression treaty signed in August 1939 between Nazi Germany and the Soviet Union, which included secret protocols for the division of Eastern Europe.

Invasion of Poland (1939)

The military invasion by Nazi Germany on September 1, 1939, marking the beginning of World War II in Europe. This attack led to the rapid fall of Poland and the start of widespread conflict.

Tripartite Pact - 1940

A military alliance signed in September 1940 between Germany, Italy, and Japan, formalizing their mutual defense and cooperation during World War II.

Battle of Britain (1940-1941)

A significant air campaign waged by the German Luftwaffe against the United Kingdom during World War II, marked by extensive bombing raids aimed at military and civilian targets.

Operation Barbarossa (1941-1943)

The code name for Nazi Germany's invasion of the Soviet Union, which began on June 22, 1941, and marked one of the largest military operations in history, ultimately leading to a brutal and prolonged conflict on the Eastern Front.

Lebensraum

The Nazi policy of territorial expansion aimed at acquiring living space for the German people, particularly in Eastern Europe, justified by a belief in racial superiority.