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The rise of the Nazi Party

The rise of the Nazi Party. 1929-1939. Reasons for popularity of extreme nationalism across Europe. Middle-class fears of the rise of Communism Suspicion and dislike of banks as a result of the Great Depression Popular mythology linking banks and the Jews

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The rise of the Nazi Party

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  1. The rise of the Nazi Party 1929-1939

  2. Reasons for popularity of extreme nationalism across Europe • Middle-class fears of the rise of Communism • Suspicion and dislike of banks as a result of the Great Depression • Popular mythology linking banks and the Jews • False application of Darwin’s theories to society • Many unemployed people who craved a purpose in life

  3. Main beliefs of fascism • Countries need a strong leader • Democracy is weak and ineffective • Young people should be organized in a military fashion • All groups – trade unions, professional associations, sports clubs etc. should be controlled by the State • Only one political party should be permitted • Countries need a powerful army

  4. Reasons why Nazism became popular in Germany • Massive unemployment and inflation • Fears of Communism • Dislike of Jews as agents of capital • Humiliation and Germany’s defeat in World War I • Anger at terms of the Treaty of Versailles • Existence of many paramilitary groups of ex-soldiers, often secretly supported by the Army • Charismatic personality of Adolf Hitler • Huge, visually-impressive Party rallies

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