Hitler's Rise#2

President Paul von Hindenburg

A figure within the Weimar government, increasingly influenced by conservative elements, particularly aristocratic army officers, who appointed Hitler as Chancellor in 1933, leading to the demise of democracy in Germany.

Chancellor Heinrich Brüning

Chancellor from 1930 to 1932, governed by emergency decree using Article 48, failed to address the economic crisis, and destabilized the political landscape by aspiring to reform the constitution and restore the monarchy.

Chancellor Franz von Papen

Extreme right-wing member of the Centre Party, briefly served as Chancellor in 1932, failed to secure Reichstag support, leading to Hitler's appointment as Chancellor, showcasing political manipulation and instability.

Kurt von Schleicher

Aristocratic army figure who played a significant role in German politics between 1930 and 1932, briefly served as Chancellor but failed to gain Reichstag support, ultimately murdered by the Nazis in 1934.

Munich Putsch

A failed coup planned by Hitler and the Nazi Party in 1923, aimed at installing a nationalist government, which despite failing, provided Hitler with media attention and a platform to spread Nazi ideas, exploiting the Weimar Republic's shortcomings.

Fuhrerprinzip

Hitler's principle granting him supreme power over policy and strategy, reorganizing the Nazi Party's structure, symbols, and strategy,

Nazi Propaganda

Utilized by Hitler to appeal to Weimar Germans amidst political instability and economic hardship, offering a narrative of national rejuvenation, scapegoating minorities, and promising a return to a glorified past to foster a sense of belonging and hope.