5) The Political Structure Of The Third Reich 5: Propaganda Flashcards
Who was appointed the propaganda minister in 1933?
Joseph Goebbels
From the moment Hitler, what did propaganda play a key part in?
Bringing the nation together and indoctrinating the people
When was Joseph Goebbels appointed Propaganda Minister?
1933
What role did Joseph Goebbels play?
A vital role in influencing public opinion throughout the country
What does the fact that they appointed someone from within the cabinet to be the special minister for propaganda show?
The importance of propaganda
What were the two most important types of propaganda?
The radio and the press
What did Goebbels bring under his control and how?
He brought all German broadcasting under his control with the creation of the ‘Reich Radio Company’
What did Goebbels do to indoctrinate more people with the radio?
Made an affordable radio, the Volksempfanger
Where were loudspeakers installed?
In cafes and offices
What were even appointed around public areas?
Radio Wardens to co-ordinate the listening process
By 1939, how much of the German press did the Nazis control?
2/3 of the German press
What were various newspaper agencies merged together to create?
The DNB, which was controlled by the Nazis
What else were also forms of propaganda?
Meetings and rallies, which were carefully organised and made people feel part of something greater
What was propaganda important in strengthening?
The Nazis hold on the country
