3. Early work for the Nazi Party Flashcards
what was germany hit with harder than other nations?
depression
why was depression hit hardest?
Total dependence on overseas loans collapse of economy immediate and severe
how did depression affect Speer’s work?
Career damaged as very little new buildings was taking place
why was speer valuable assest in party?
Upon joining the Nazi Party, his personal wealth meant that he had a car, which was a valuable asset.
what did his first job involve?
He offered his services as a driver for the Nazi party and worked at election rallies and campaigns
who did he make imp connection with through work?
Karl Hanke (Nazi District Leader)
what happened with Hanke’s rank?
Coinciding with the Nazis gain of greater power and Hitler’s appointment to ‘Fuhrer’, Hanke simultaneously rose through the ranks of the Nazi party
Why was Hanke’s connection beneficial to Speer?
In 1933, as Hanke was appointed Goebbels’ secretary, Speer’s connection with Hanke, also combined with Speer’s efficiency and expertise at his work, meant that more architectural opportunities were offered to him by the party
first major job?
the redecoration and rebuilding of Goebbels’ new propaganda ministry building in Berlin.
QUOTE what did he regard his first major as?
regarded this event as “the luckiest turning point in my life”
involvement in Nazi rallies?
Input into the production, design and staging
e.g. Nazi rallies involvement?
included major aspects of the 1933 May Day rally and the Nuremberg Party Rally
why was Nuremberg rally notable?
Speer’s construction of a huge wooden Reich eagle
what work did he do privately?
Private work for the homes of Nazi leaders e.g. Goebbels, Goering
