Hitlers Economic Policy

Autarky

Economic self-sufficiency aimed at making Germany independent and reducing reliance on foreign imports.

Rearmament

Massive investment in military spending to prepare for war, which also reduced unemployment through job creation.

Public Works Programs

Large-scale infrastructure projects like the Autobahn, designed to stimulate the economy and reduce unemployment.

Bilateral Trade Agreements

Trade agreements with other countries to secure resources and markets, often exploiting economic dependencies.

German Labour Front

Established to control the workforce after the suppression of independent labor unions.

Mefo Bills

Promissory notes used to finance rearmament, allowing for spending without immediate debt increase.

Economic Recovery

Initial success in reducing unemployment and stimulating industrial production under Hitler's policies.

Unsustainable Policies

Long-term failures due to massive debt and resource depletion that contributed to expansionist policies leading to WWII.