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The Rise of Hitler. He joins a party and transforms it into the Nazi party Attempted to overthrow the Bavarian government and was put in prison for 9 months While in prison wrote “Mein Kampf” (My struggle). He joins a party and transforms it into the Nazi party
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The Rise of Hitler • He joins a party and transforms it into the Nazi party • Attempted to overthrow the Bavarian government and was put in prison for 9 months • While in prison wrote “Mein Kampf” (My struggle)
He joins a party and transforms it into the Nazi party Attempted to overthrow the Bavarian government and was put in prison for 9 months While in prison wrote “Mein Kampf” (My struggle) Hitler's Profile • 1913 – moved to Germany • Participated in WW1 won Iron Cross (the person who recommended him to get the Cross was Jewish). • 1918 – left war as was blinded by gas • In the army after the war to spy on political groups within Germany
Hitler takes Power • Hitler blames Jews and communists for the great depression • Became chancellor in 1933 and president in 1934 – used title of Der Fuhrer (leader) • He nazified Germany in the 1930s – removing any opposition and getting his ideas for a greater Germany out there!
Why did he gain support? • "The weak must be chiselled away. I want young men and women who can suffer pain. A young German must be as swift as a greyhound, as tough as leather, and as hard as Krupp's steel."
What did Hitler do for Germany? • Network of motorways (new jobs and a more efficient Germany) • Increased the numbers in the army • Stopped reparations once president – put that money into the economy • Hitler gave money to families that had more than 4 children
"The weak must be chiselled away. I want young men and women who can suffer pain. A young German must be as swift as a greyhound, as tough as leather, and as hard as Krupp's steel." Hilter Youth • Children would be vital as they would be the first generation to grow up in the Nazi world • Propaganda was a common practice in Nazi schools and the education system. • History was based on the glory of Germany - a nationalistic approach was compulsory
Women were “ Different but not inferior ” They had a very important role as mother and caregiver Destroyed trade unions – kept wages low Reward for industries who supported Hitler Berlin Olympics – newly built Olympic stadium – proof that Hitler was making Germany great again What Hitler did for the people • Investments in Car industry • Volkswagon is produced • BMW to be produced by those in camps • Farmers- higher prices for their produce • Unemployed workers – jobs creating stadiums and roads • Restore profits of small business (end communist threat)
Concentration Camps • Berlin Olympics – 1936 Germany wins more medals than any other country – proving their superiority • New technology at the Olympics – electric timing • Jesse Owens – USA – African American wins 4 gold – Hitler is disgusted • 'Anyone who spoke ill against Hitler or Nazi's were thrown into conc. Camps
Berlin Olympics – 1936 Germany wins more medals than any other country – proving their superiority New technology at the Olympics – electric timing Jesse Owens – USA – African American wins 4 gold – Hitler is disgusted 'Anyone who spoke ill against Hitler or Nazi's were thrown into conc. Camps The Nazi's • Gestapo – Secret Nazi police • Could arrest anyone and send them to concentration camps without trial • Aryan bodies – blue eyes, blond hair superior • Books/Newspapers that disagreed with Nazi views were burned
